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Company:  CSX Corporation, Inc.
Industry:  Transportation / Freight
Job Type:  Full Time
Country:  United States
State/Province:  Mississippi
City:  Pascagoula
04/27/2024 08:10 AM
Job Summary

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy off-track equipment and roadway machinery. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

** This is a 100% system-wide travel position. This is NOT a regional travel position. Candidates living in or near the following cities are encouraged to apply.

  • Pascagoula, MS
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Charleston, SC.


Primary Activities and Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
  • Troubleshoot and perform heavy repairs to all types of equipment components including gas and diesel engines, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, various work heads, booms, electrical systems and conveyor belt systems.
  • Solve work related problems, make decisions, and provide instructions.
  • Understand mechanical operations of machinery.
  • Drive heavy duty service truck, including truck mounted crane.
  • May be required to pull trailers.
  • Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.


Pay Rate

Traveling Roadway Mechanic $9,292.35/month entry rate (90% of full rate)

Training

You will attend one week of training at the Railroad Education & Development Institute in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Valid Driver's License
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Journeyman Mechanic (4 or more years of verified mechanic experience)
  • CDL B or A permit prior to start date.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Class B CDL with Airbrake endorsement
  • Welding experience
  • Experience interpreting electric circuits and hydraulic schematics.


Physical Requirements

  • Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis.
  • Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb.
  • Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.


Basic Competencies

  • Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
  • Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
  • Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
  • Mechanical aptitude


Job Requirements

  • Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
  • Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots.
  • Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work.
  • Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
  • Must pass all required assessments.
  • The applicant selected may be required to successfully complete a background check.
  • Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test.
  • Extensive travel required.
  • This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.


About Us

CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, one in which all individuals are valued, appreciated, included, respected and proud to be equal members of our team. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as our support for veterans and reservists. Take the next step and move your career forward with CSX.

CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube

Closing Statement

At CSX, two of our five Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click here to view the EEO is Law poster. Click here to view the OFCCP pay transparency provision information.

CSX Transportation and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at CSX via e-mail, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of CSX. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.
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