RAILROAD SHOP WORKER (I & II)
2023 Pay Rate: $19.40
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs technical and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of locomotives, stationary boilers, steam engines and railroad cars; works under general supervision; performs related duties as required.
STATEMENT OF TASKS:
• Performs work in the assembly and disassembly of locomotives, stationary boilers, and steam engines. Performs and assists in railroad coach inspections and repairs.
• Performs work in the maintenance and/or repair of locomotives, stationary boilers, and steam engines. • Performs work in the maintenance and/or repair of track maintenance equipment.
• May be required to act as Engineer, Fireman, or operate track maintenance equipment. May be required to provide leadership, train, or give direction to other employees.
The class specification above is intended to be sufficient to identify the class and be illustrative of the many duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted to describe all of the duties an employee assigned to this class may be required to perform.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Good knowledge of railroad terminology and working procedures.
• Ability to prepare written reports and records.
• Ability to communicate orally with the public.
• Ability to do locomotive maintenance as necessary.
• Ability to provide leadership to subordinate employees. Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Two (2) years of railroad equipment or heavy equipment repair.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES:
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours as scheduled and/or as directed. - May be required to wear a prescribed uniform.
• Must be courteous in dealing with the general public and fellow staff members.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS AND REIMBURSEMENTS:
• Applicant will be required to purchase uniform prior to starting to work. Applicant will be reimbursed $150.00 after first forty (40) hours of employment (for first year employees) and each succeeding year. All uniform reimbursements include safety shoes.
RAILROAD SHOP WORKER II - 2023 PAY RATE: 20.40
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• One year experience as a Railroad Shop Worker I and maintain a satisfactory employee performance evaluation OR Three years' experience in railroad equipment or heavy equipment repair.
