Railcar Mechanic

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Maintain a safe environment and ensure compliance with all railroad rules, procedures, and regulations for safety, operations, AAR, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).Repair, maintain and inspect freight car equipment and automotive pool equipment. Perform all preventative maintenance work & repairs on trucks, underframe, structure, safety appliances, braking systems, draft systems and any associated tests AAR, ERA, and company regulations.Record conditions Of cars, and repair and maintenance work performed or to be performed.Performs re-railing activities and works closely with other departments at derailment sites.Accurately complete and submit all required forms in a timely manner.Safely operate machinery, equipment, hand tools and power tools as required.Work in a safe and effective manner in a team environment with other co-workers and contractors.Properly inspect, utilize, store, and maintain all tools, materials, and equipment.Communicate effectively in writing or verbally via telephone and two-way radios.Receive instruction in written form from bulletins, orders, or other related materials.Complete required tasks in a timely manner as tasks can be time sensitive. Other duties as assigned.To meet customer expectations this position may be required to work on days, evenlngs, nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime hours may also be required.