Field Service Mechanic LTI

Job Title: Field Service Mechanic LTI FLSA Status: Nonexempt Department: Operations Reports to: Assistant Manager, Field Services LTI GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Field Service Mechanic position is responsible for maintaining the ballast dumping system of the cars to meet service level requirements based on contractual obligations.
This will include both preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Leadership and Talent Development Assist the training of new employees in company policies, machine operations, maintenance practices, safety procedures and unique customer requirements.
Safety and Operational Excellence Primary responsibility is to perform preventative maintenance on the dump system.
Dump system will include doors and all associated parts, hydraulic system including pumps and all electric control components, ballast car covers (tarp system) This requires trains and or cars to be located on a track that is accessible with the work trucks.
The track should be in a location that provides 25’ centers to allow work on both sides of the cars, or have adjacent tracks secured.
Respond to emergency repairs in a timely fashion Utilize tools and equipment to perform repairs as needed Maintain an inventory of regularly used parts Expedite the parts as needed to make “non-typical” repairs Technicians are assigned a set of remotes.
They are accountable for the remote’s operation and safe keeping Communications Provide verbal explanation of how the proper operation of ballast equipment is to be performed Point out and explain potential safety items that may arise when dumping ballast BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: Safety Awareness Personal Accountability Resilience Informing Takes Direction & Effectively Executes Values Based Leadership REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent Experience: 1+ years of demonstrating technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations.
Licenses/Certifications: Railroad certifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Ability to maintain a flexible travel calendar.
*Or equivalent combination of education and experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Technical Certification Licenses/Certifications: DOT medical card Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Mechanical, Electrical and Welding Experience A working knowledge of railroads, transportation, heavy construction, or combination.
Knowledge of or ability to quickly become familiar with Railroad products and services, particularly pertaining to maintenance of track and structures.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
80% or more travel, including international, using any method of transportation.
Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
and occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs.
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REV March 2024