Mechanic - Locomotive

Grow Your Career with Savage! Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements. To Apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button above and complete the application. Locomotive Mechanic Military Veterans and National Guard Reservists are encouraged to apply! The Basics Location: Delaware City, DE Compensation: DOE (based on experience) with overtime paid after 8 hours Days/Hours: Monday through Friday Equipment Used: EMD Locomotives, diesel engines, air brake systems, electrical systems, forklifts, truck cranes, manlifts, welding and cutting equipment Environment: Industrial rail and refinery operations supporting critical rail transportation assets These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage: Opportunities for career growth and advancement $175 annual steel-toe boot allowance Company-provided uniforms with laundry service A culture that appreciates Team Members Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays Profit Sharing A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence What You'll Be Doing Locomotive Maintenance & Reliability: Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to ensure locomotives operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair diesel engines, air brake systems, electrical systems, running gear, and locomotive components. Railroad Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with applicable railroad, FRA, customer, and company safety standards. Locomotive Inspections: Conduct daily inspections, servicing, and periodic locomotive inspections to maintain equipment readiness and regulatory compliance. Welding & Fabrication: Utilize welding and cutting torch equipment to repair, modify, and maintain locomotive components and systems. Electrical Diagnostics: Read and troubleshoot electrical schematics and low- and high-voltage AC/DC circuits. Oil Analysis & Equipment Monitoring: Review and interpret oil sample results to identify equipment health concerns and support reliability initiatives. Inventory Management: Maintain locomotive parts inventory and coordinate material availability to support planned and unplanned maintenance activities. Maintenance Documentation: Utilize maintenance management systems to complete work orders, inspections, inventory transactions, and equipment records. Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work environment while adhering to all established safety practices. Daily Rail Maintenance Operations EMD Locomotive Support: Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair EMD locomotives to support daily rail operations. Vendor & Material Coordination: Develop relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure critical parts and materials are available when needed. Locomotive Servicing: Perform fueling support, fluid checks, inspections, and routine servicing activities. Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts, truck cranes, manlifts, and other support equipment as required. Maintenance Planning: Support scheduled and emergency maintenance activities while minimizing equipment downtime. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve locomotive reliability, maintenance efficiency, and equi…

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