Union Machinist - Chattanooga, TN, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

Inspect, service, repair and maintain diesel locomotives.

Perform daily and periodic inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives, including but not limited to performing scheduled and preventative maintenance as determined by company policy and federal regulation.

Fueling, checking, and changing oil and liquid levels; changing filters for engine air, air compressor, fuel, and lube oil.
Replacing and maintaining engine components, traction motors, generators, air compressors, wheels, and truck components.
Performs disassembly, repair, replacement, rebuild, re-assembly, installation, adjustment, alignment, and lubrication activities on mechanical equipment.

Wear protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination
May require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug screen
This position is governed by a union agreement and membership is required

Mechanical aptitude.
One-year mechanical experience
Completion of a mechanical vocational or trade school program
Veterans and transitioning service members are encouraged to apply. Training

Travel for paid training to McDonough, GA. Locomotive Diesel Engine Mechanics will complete 1 week of Mechanical Safety Orientation and 6 weeks of craft specific training. Norfolk Southern will reimburse travel and pay for lodging as required per union agreement.

Compensation Data

of Full Rate - Journeyman)

Medical Benefits
Company Benefits - Eligible 1st day of second month after hire (during training)
Union Benefits
Medical (Managed or 85/15 Plan)
$After 1st year of service:
Eligible for Dental / Vision

Working hours will include shift work over all 3 shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are assigned/awarded by seniority. The work environment is a shop and outdoor work.

Norfolk Southern Corporation (


NYSE:
NSC) is a Fortune 300 organization and one of the nation's premier transportation companies.

Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers.

Norfolk Southern is a major transporter of industrial products, including chemicals, agriculture, and metals and construction materials.

In addition, the railroad operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a principal carrier of coal, automobiles, and automotive parts.

By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.