Roundhouse Mechanic II

Inspects, diagnoses and repairs vintage diesel electric locomotives, steam locomotives and passenger coaches to railroad industry safety standards.

• Must be comfortable working outside comfort zone with a willingness to learn.
• Must be a team player who is able to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.
• Ability to provide excellent customer services including a desire to help customers regardless of their circumstance.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with employees and those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as needed for weekends, evenings, holidays, special events and programs.
• Must have knowledge of Federal, State and local environmental laws and regulations applicable to locomotive and equipment standards.
• Must have knowledge of the safety standards for passenger trains and related equipment.
• Must have knowledge of Federal railroad inspection standards.
• Must have knowledge of the methods and procedures used in servicing and repairing steam, gasoline and diesel equipment.
• Must have knowledge of vehicle and equipment mechanics, including internal combustion engines and hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must have skill in operating a variety of equipment used in railroads, maintenance and repair functions and operations.
• Must have skill in operating a two-way radio.
• Must have skill in the use of a variety of hand and power tools used in the repair and servicing of mechanical equipment.
• Ability to identify abnormal readings or trends in data collected from gauges, meters, dials, instruments, etc., according to established formats.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to diagnose defective operations and excessive wear on mechanical equipment parts and components.
• Ability to diagnose complex repair needs of railroad equipment.
• Ability to determine functional interrelationship of parts within a mechanical system.
• Ability to interpret technical reference manuals.

High school or GED is required.

Requires three years of experience in the repair and service of locomotives, or automobiles, or trucks or heavy equipment.

Previous welding, plumbing and electrical knowledge/experience is preferred.

Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check. Must complete DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40, Section 40.25 Release of Information. Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City…