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Genesee & Wyoming

Diesel Electrician-Locomotive Mechanic

Genesee & Wyoming, Florida, New York, United States

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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