Heico Companies
Mechanical assembly of locomotive, locomotive components, maintenance of way equipment (MoW), railcars and components, track and track components to include signaling based on AAR standards, customer specifications and company guidelines.
Minimum Duties and Responsibilities
Specific site‑based duties and responsibilities may apply, consult with local team;
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies;
Perform teardown repair, replacement, rebuild and reassembly of mechanical components;
Parts cleaning for small and large motor parts;
Conduct daily inspections and operate overhead cranes and forklifts;
Route and connect hydraulic plumbing;
Basic wiring and electrical assembly;
Light fabrication and parts alterations;
Operate saws, lathes, drills and other types of machinery;
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes and other equipment as necessary;
Read and follow QWI and other work instructions necessary to properly assemble product.
Advanced Duties and Responsibilities
Train other employees;
Troubleshoot, inspect and run equipment;
Read schematics, engineering drawings and sketches;
Use of precision instruments and gauges;
Operator is well‑versed in multiple facets of production roles;
Operator will have high‑level experience in testing, troubleshooting, repairing and replacing components;
Can operate high‑level machinery proficiently with little assistance.
Qualifications, Experience, Education
Specific site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with local team;
Skill Level I – 0‑1 years of experience;
Skill Level II – 2‑3 years of experience or Technical Certifications with other mechanical experience;
Skill Level III – 4‑5 years of experience, Technical or specific experience;
Skill Level IV – 5+ years of experience, Considered Master Mechanic.
Preferred Skills
Mechanical aptitude;
Knowledge of locomotive components;
Knowledge of locomotive diesel engine components;
Knowledge of track components and signaling;
Knowledge of rail car and rail car components.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
Strength – Position requires lifting of 50 lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces.
Motion – Position requires standing the majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling and climbing of steps and stairs.
Vision / Hearing Requirements – Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools and to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required.
Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, depending on situation. When inside, employees are subject to temperature extremes in non‑temperature‑controlled environments. When outside, employees are subject to all weather elements. In both cases employees will work with oils and other lubricants.
Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of a team to meet production requirements.
Safety – Position is safety‑sensitive as it requires working in and around live tracks and operating and repairing heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (e.g., blue flag) and use of all PPE.
Additional – Ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions.
The Heico Companies offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Benefits
Multiple health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Health Savings Account (with company match) or Flexible Spending Accounts, depending on selected health care plan
Two dental plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Vision plan through VSP
Paid time off (vacation and 11 paid holidays)
401(k) plan with company match
Life / AD&D insurances (both company-paid and additional voluntary options)
Sick leave, short‑term disability and long‑term disability plans (company-paid)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP, company‑paid)
Three Aflac plans
Two pet insurance plans
Legal insurance
Identity & fraud protection plan
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Minimum Duties and Responsibilities
Specific site‑based duties and responsibilities may apply, consult with local team;
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies;
Perform teardown repair, replacement, rebuild and reassembly of mechanical components;
Parts cleaning for small and large motor parts;
Conduct daily inspections and operate overhead cranes and forklifts;
Route and connect hydraulic plumbing;
Basic wiring and electrical assembly;
Light fabrication and parts alterations;
Operate saws, lathes, drills and other types of machinery;
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes and other equipment as necessary;
Read and follow QWI and other work instructions necessary to properly assemble product.
Advanced Duties and Responsibilities
Train other employees;
Troubleshoot, inspect and run equipment;
Read schematics, engineering drawings and sketches;
Use of precision instruments and gauges;
Operator is well‑versed in multiple facets of production roles;
Operator will have high‑level experience in testing, troubleshooting, repairing and replacing components;
Can operate high‑level machinery proficiently with little assistance.
Qualifications, Experience, Education
Specific site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with local team;
Skill Level I – 0‑1 years of experience;
Skill Level II – 2‑3 years of experience or Technical Certifications with other mechanical experience;
Skill Level III – 4‑5 years of experience, Technical or specific experience;
Skill Level IV – 5+ years of experience, Considered Master Mechanic.
Preferred Skills
Mechanical aptitude;
Knowledge of locomotive components;
Knowledge of locomotive diesel engine components;
Knowledge of track components and signaling;
Knowledge of rail car and rail car components.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
Strength – Position requires lifting of 50 lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces.
Motion – Position requires standing the majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling and climbing of steps and stairs.
Vision / Hearing Requirements – Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools and to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required.
Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, depending on situation. When inside, employees are subject to temperature extremes in non‑temperature‑controlled environments. When outside, employees are subject to all weather elements. In both cases employees will work with oils and other lubricants.
Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of a team to meet production requirements.
Safety – Position is safety‑sensitive as it requires working in and around live tracks and operating and repairing heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (e.g., blue flag) and use of all PPE.
Additional – Ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions.
The Heico Companies offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Benefits
Multiple health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Health Savings Account (with company match) or Flexible Spending Accounts, depending on selected health care plan
Two dental plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Vision plan through VSP
Paid time off (vacation and 11 paid holidays)
401(k) plan with company match
Life / AD&D insurances (both company-paid and additional voluntary options)
Sick leave, short‑term disability and long‑term disability plans (company-paid)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP, company‑paid)
Three Aflac plans
Two pet insurance plans
Legal insurance
Identity & fraud protection plan
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