Mechanical Manager - North

Job Description:
• Manages employees in the maintenance of the locomotive fleet. Ensures all Patriot Rail Company LLC safety rules and practices for Mechanical Department employees are followed explicitly.  Manage the maintenance and repairs of locomotives to ensure they meet FRA Standards and in such a manner as to reduce life cycle cost and increase their reliability and availability.
• Maintains employee safety records regarding scheduled safety rule presentations, job briefings, and safety films. Prepares schedules for the aforementioned events.
• Assists in the work process to maintain locomotive periodic maintenance schedule and ensure locomotives arrive to the shop on schedule.
• Assists in the maintenance of locomotive files to comply with FRA periodic inspections rules and Patriot Rail Company LLC rules for record retention.
• Carries out the decisions concerning correct repairs and maintenance practices of locomotives
• Must be knowledgeable in the handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste products
• Performs daily service of locomotive units:  fuels, waters, lubricates and oils; wipes down and cleans unit/windows; checks supplies and drinking water.
• Assists in periodic and annual inspections and understands FRA regulations pertaining to inspections.
Required Skills:
• Competencies Related for Development and Staffing:
• Analysis and Problem Assessment - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Interpersonal/Communications Skills - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; speaks and writes clearly and listens to get clarification.
• Customer Focus - responds promptly to customer needs and solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Initiative - volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Database and Computer Skills        
• Teamwork - balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Attendance and Punctuality - is consistently at work on time.
• Motivation - demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles
• Must have a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
 
Required Experience:
• Education Required or Equivalent Experience: Associate’s Degree
• Education Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree
• Related Experience Required: 5 years experience and must be fully conversant with all aspects of the maintenance and repair of locomotive’s mechanical and electrical systems
 
Employment Conditions:
• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety steel-toe boots, or safety glasses.
• Work hours include a nonstandard workweek, including being on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation.
• 25% Travel Required
• Must pass all required assessments.
• Must pass a background screening.
 
Physical Requirements:
• Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 80+ pounds occasionally. 
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb.
• Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places.
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain.


Environmental Conditions:
•   Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
 
Safety Commitment:  
This is a safety sensitive position. The candidate selected for this position must successfully complete a full physical including a drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in the position. 
The applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position. (Background check may include the following: Criminal History, Driver License Record History, Education Credentials, Employment History, Reference Checks and Professional License or Certification review relevant to the position.)
 
Code of Conduct Statement:
Patriot Rail Company, LLC is committed to promoting integrity and maintaining the highest standard of ethical conduct in all of its activities. The Company's reputation is founded on the personal integrity of the Company's personnel and its dedication to:
 Honesty
Accountability
Quality
Responsibility
Compassion
Fairness

Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility.  We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day – regardless of their role in the Company.  Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others.

“The Patriot Way.”
At Patriot, we value our relationships – with our customers, employees, shareholders, communities and other stakeholders. We know that safety, integrity, reliability, ethical behavior and exceptional customer service are critical to building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Everyone at Patriot – from the mailroom to the boardroom – embraces those values. More importantly, as a team, we make it our business to demonstrate them in everything we do. It’s “The Patriot Way.”

Patriot Rail Company, LLC is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.