METRO EAST INDUSTRIES, INC.
LOCOMOTIVE (RAILROAD) ELECTRICIAN
Job Functions: LOCOMOTIVE (RAILROAD) ELECTRICIAN
- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain high and low voltage wiring on diesel electric locomotive
- Conduct inspections for electrical components.
- Install contactors, resistors, wiring, and conduit.
- Analyze, test, and repair electrical circuits.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions, assess issues, and determine corrective action for equipment in locomotive or diesel engine components which includes both high and low voltage equipment.
- Perform maintenance on electrical components in the locomotive cab or diesel electrical compartments.
- Safely set up, operate, and adjust tools and equipment using blueprints, schematics, and location circuit plans.
- Handle, store, and dispose of waste materials in compliance with Waste Streams Management Standard Operating Procedure.
Duties and Responsibilities: LOCOMOTIVE (RAILROAD) ELECTRICIAN
- Ability to lift to 100 lbs. with or without assistance.
- Regular standing, walking, grasping, stooping, bending, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time.
- Regular ascending/descending stairs, ladders. Enter/exit locomotives, rail cars/well cars. Work on a ladders and scaffoldings with use of hand tools. Carry or hold parts.
- Ability to perform work on uneven surfaces, elevated surfaces, and from various heights, including making inspections and repairs on top of locomotives and rail cars/well cars.
- Ability to perform work in conditions that include loud noises, confined spaces, various temperatures (hot and cold environments), fumes, dust, and on and around heavy moving machinery.
- Ability to crawl and perform work in tight spaces with use of hand tools and carrying or holding parts.
- Wear personal protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses and steel toe boots.
- Ability to operate tools and equipment such as hand tools, measuring instruments, overhead crane, and forklift.
- Ability to use arms and hands to perform activities involving carrying, holding, grasping, twisting/turning, and pushing/pulling and reaching above shoulder level.
Requirements: LOCOMOTIVE (RAILROAD) ELECTRICIAN
- Prefer High School Education or GED
- Mechanical aptitude
- Read precision instruments and gauges
- Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools
- Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment
- Work from heights over 6”
- Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors)
- Constant standing, walking
- Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, climbing ladders
- Frequent work below waist level and above shoulder level
- Confined space work
- High physical demand working environment:
- Carrying up to 100 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications: LOCOMOTIVE (RAILROAD) ELECTRICIAN
- Electrical AC/DC knowledge, and thorough knowledge of (or ability to quickly learn) O.E.M. maintenance instructions and procedures and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) rules. Diesel mechanical knowledge preferred.
- Able to read and understand safety and environmental rules, technical manuals, work reports, specifications, schematics, and drawings.
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
- Ability to work overtime to support production demands.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28-35
Benefits:
- 401(k) program w/ company match
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Vacation and holiday pay available
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime available
Company's website:
About MEI:
Founded in 1990 by the Ortyl family, MEI initially entered the industry with railcar repair service for railroads, leasing companies and private shippers. Our capability was expanded in 1995 by adding a Locomotive Division that provided repair services, both in the shop and in the field, This expansion allowed Metro East Industries to offer an even broader spectrum of services to Class 1 railroads, short line railroads, leasing companies, OEM's and industrial accounts.
As the business progressed, Metro East Industries has continuously upgraded its facilities. Occupying 100 acres in East Saint Louis/Alorton, Illinois, this industry leader has consistently added to and upgraded its two railcar repair shops, its two blasting, painting and lining shops, its locomotive shop, locomotive paint shop and scrapping/reclamation area, along with railcar and locomotive storage yards. Our facility footprint now encompasses over 500,000 square feet of floor space and 30 miles of internal track footage.
After more than 30 years in business, the team has grown to 450 experienced employees, and we are confident our team is the best in the industry. The average employee has 17 years of experience, and we strive to protect each and every one of them. Our safety program involves total employee participation and has kept our team out of harm's way.
Now a third generation family business, we are committed to serving our customers and our employees. We are confident you will find our values of teamwork, efficiency and top notch customer service present in every aspect of our business.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
- Electrical: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- East Saint Louis, IL (Required)
Work Location: In person
