Locomotive Mechanic - Janesville, WI

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco: Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek• Competitive compensation and benefits• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University• Career advancement opportunities Job Summary The Locomotive Mechanic inspects, repairs, and maintains locomotives consistent with company policies and FRA regulations, and perform mechanical related maintenance as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities •Provide a level of customer service consistent with company expectations •Obtain working knowledge and proper use of gauges and testing equipment •Complete written documents for any necessary FRA reports pertaining to mechanist job duties •Able to become qualified service engineer certificate related to FRA inspections and regulations •Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form •Observe mechanical devices in operation to identify issues •Dismantle devices using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools to remove, repair or replace defective parts •Record hour meter readings for inspections and preventative maintenance repair •Check locomotives for air-fuel, oil, water, exhaust leaks, etc. Clean as needed •Inspect safety equipment, securing bolts and pins as required •Clean and lube screens, strainers and traps •Check locomotives for defects, damage,