Diesel Mechanic

Job Details

Description
At
Keolis Commuter Services (KCS)
, we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you're looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit

Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.

We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here.

At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.

Benefits Package Highlights

• Generous Medical & Rx plan
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Railroad Retirement Benefits – a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
• Fidelity 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
• Education Assistance
• Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits

• Voluntary Benefits Plan options including

• Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays

• Pet, Home, Auto insurance

Diesel Mechanic (Skilled Machinist)
A Diesel Mechanic (Skilled Machinist) services, inspects, tests, maintains and repairs locomotives.
Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Must complete all work in compliances with FRA, MBTA, and Keolis Commuter Services standards.
• Performs scheduled maintenance inspections, preventative maintenance inspections and unscheduled maintenance inspection.
• Repairs and replaces components.
• Troubleshoots and performs fault detection on mechanical systems.
• Performs modification from drawings, prints or mechanical schematics.
• Comply with all related safety rules and procedures and reports all hazards as required.
• Must document job tasks or work performed manually or electronically and submit as required.
• Attend and participate in all assigned training, specifically safety and security related.
• Other duties as assigned during emergencies.

Core Skills Required For This Job

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Combination of position related training, education and experience.
• Must demonstrate mechanical ability and experience.
• Must be capable of using all related hand and power tools including pneumatic and hydraulic tools.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of and familiarity with diesel engines and their major components.
• Must prove capabilities through the successful completion of applicable test(s) and examination(s).
• A good level of understanding of the basic equipment functions as they pertain to railroad locomotives is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate successfully with a variety of disciplines and levels, both internal and external staff.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and vendors.
• Satisfactory prior work history.
• Must be able to travel and work at all Commuter Rail locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island in all weather conditions.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Physical Factors

• Work is indoors and outdoors.
• This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, talk and listen, lift up to fifty (50) pounds and reach with both hands and both arms.
• Position requires ability to climb onto rail equipment.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also required.
• The position will be exposed to loud environments, outdoor weather, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration and electricity.

Additional Statements
Drug and alcohol screening:
Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.

Safety commitment:
Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world.

Environmental commitment:
Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.

EEO statement:
Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:
Keolis CS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Keolis CS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

Disclaimer and closing statement:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.