Rail Terminal Diesel Mechanic - Pacific Rail Services
Metzger, OR 97223
About the Job
Pacific Rail Services is hiring immediately for a Rail Terminal Diesel Mechanic to join our ever-growing team in a recession proof industry at the Union Pacific Brooklyn Rail Terminal in Portland, OR! Previous mechanical experience is required.
Shift:
- Day Shift.
- ON call as needed
The hourly Pay Rate will be discussed during the interview process and is commensurate with experience. You'll have the ability to make $65,000+ per year with overtime factored in PLUS EXCELLENT COMPANY BENEFITS.
Candidates:
- Should have a minimum of 2-year experience in the mechanical field and be preventative maintenance minded.
- Must have own tools (Yearly tool allowance provided).
- Must have experience and knowledge working with Air, Electrical, Hydraulic and Diesel systems and components.
- Will need a valid driver's license.
APPLICANTS MUST currently live within a 45-minute commute of Portland, OR OUT OF AREA candidates and/or those requiring relocation will NOT be considered.
Primary Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair lift equipment, repair forklifts, company vehicles, and hostler fleet.
- Be proficient with maintenance, diagnosis and repairs of lift equipment and diesel tractor maintenance.
- Adherence to company, railroad and industry safety rules and policies.
- Recognize and identify non-diesel-specific related repair or maintenance items such as safety appliances, tires, etc.
- Perform scheduled Preventative Maintenance which includes identifying and repairing damaged or worn components.
- Troubleshoot and repair electric, diesel and hydraulic components on lift equipment and diesel tractors.
- Keep a clean, safe and productive workplace at all times.
- Document all work performed to maintain vehicle and equipment record integrity.
- Maintain a positive and learning teamwork atmosphere by acting and communicating in a professional, courteous and helpful manner.
- Assist in other areas as needed by managers.
Benefits: (Medical benefits start after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your 90-day probationary period).
- Excellent Healthcare, Free Dental, cheap Vision Benefits.
- Free Life Insurance.
- Paid holidays, paid personal days.
- Boot reimbursement
- 401K.
- Vacation Pay.
- Weekly Pay.
- Travel Opportunities.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 with verifiable mechanical experience.
- Candidates must undergo a background check.
- Must be able to pass a physical strength test.
- Drug screening ( as we operate heavy machinery, Marijuana is strictly prohibited)
- Must be able to provide your own tools
Please respond to this advertisement with your resume, or apply in person at:
PRS Office at UP Brooklyn Terminal.
1825 SE Holgate Blvd
1825 SE Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR 97202
You will be employed directly by Pacific Rail Services and will not be an employee of the Railroad.
You will be employed directly by Pacific Rail Services and will not be an employee of the Railroad.
This job would be suitable for mechanics with knowledge of railroads, diesel engines, hostler trucks ( jockey Trucks Kalmar Ottawa ) , electrical, and hydraulic equipment.
About Pacific Rail Services:
Pacific Rail Services was founded in 1985. Over the past 37 years, Rail Management Services has grown into one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 8 million lifts per year. Today Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto employ over 2,000 people devoted exclusively to this business. We provide trailer/container/chassis repairs and all intermodal administrative services including gate inspections, container yard management and switching services.
Source : Pacific Rail Services
