Diesel Electrician-Locomotive Mechanic

Company / Benefits Overview:

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
Life Insurance
Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
Railroad Retirement
401(k) Retirement Plan
On the Job Training
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement and more!

* Benefits are subject to change

SUMMARY:

The person in this position performs basic troubleshooting and electrical repairs on all diesel-electric locomotive equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration 
• Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install electrical equipment, including but not limited to rheostats, control systems, transformers, motors, generators, electric lighting fixtures, cab heaters, batteries and their charging systems, speed recorders, air compressor controls, temperature switches, starters, axle generators, coils, contactors, relays, and governors
• Be responsible for preventative maintenance on all electrical components 
• Troubleshoot and test single- and three-phase electrical systems on diesel-electric locomotives, including grounded components and wiring, high and low voltage, wheel slip, transition, and electrical load or no-load conditions 
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Four years of relevant work experience 
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions, including electrical schematics

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Diesel electrician training preferred
• Four-year journeyman railroad electrician preferred
• Valid driver’s license

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.