Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling) - Lafayette, LA

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

 

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  

 

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

 

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

 

Job Location: Lafayette
Other Potential Locations: Lafayette, LA 
Anticipated Start Date: 10/21/2024
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: Pay rate approx. $8,726.19/mo; approx. annual salary $104,714.28

 

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

 

SAFETY 

At BNSF, Safety is a core value of how we do business. Each and every day, our employees are committed to approach one another about safety, which is key in realizing our vision. Employees are also expected to comply with company and federal safety & health regulations, safety rules & policies, as well as procedures that guide work practices to reduce risk to exposure.  Such work practices include but are not limited to wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns, and taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency. 

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position is accountable for maintenance and repair of railroad track equipment assigned to the Engineering Department. 

 

Responsible for the disassembly, repair, modification, overhaul, remanufacture and troubleshooting of the railroad’s roadway maintenance equipment machinery and their various operating and control systems. This includes the following: 

• Hydraulic systems and their associated components, pumps, valves, motors, filters and hoses, etc. 

• Pneumatic air systems including compressors, control valves, air braking systems and dryers, etc. 

• Gasoline and diesel engines, fuel systems, diagnostics, etc. 

• Driveline components, axles, bearings, ring and pinions, springs, roller chains and sprockets, etc. 

• Final and planetary drive systems, gear reduction assemblies, and all other structural and working components 

 

OPERATE EQUIPMENT 

• Operate large manual hand tools and electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic hand tools such as drills and impact wrenches 

• Occasionally operate backhoes, trenchers, and other heavy equipment 

                                        

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties. 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Extreme all-weather conditions 

• Walk and perform work on Uneven surfaces 

• Safety sensitive work environment 

• Loud noise and fumes 

• Work on and around heavy/moving machinery 

 

SHIFTS/HOURS 

• Full-time (40 hrs/wk) 

• Subject to alternating shifts or starting times, nights, on-call, weekends, overtime, holidays 

 

TRAVEL 

• Travel to and remain on job sites in designated seniority region for extended periods, sometimes weeks at a time  

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• 21 years of age