Machinist

The essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and replaces pneumatic operating units, valves, air brake systems, trucks, and car suspension on all diesel-powered equipment, and on rolling stock.
• Installs and removes major components on diesel equipment including engines, main generators, air compressors, APU’s, and drive motors, etc.
• Perform welding on components and equipment related to passenger locomotive and EMU rolling stock.
• Perform periodic visual inspections of internal and external train components for proper operation and functionality.
• Operate support equipment (e.g., crane and truck hoists, truck movers, etc.) as needed.
• May be required to operate machinery including lathes, and milling machines.
• Reference written documents (e.g., operating or manufacturing manuals) while troubleshooting or maintaining equipment.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC)
• Completion of vocation or apprentice training as a Machinist or Mechanic

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to use lathes and presses.
• Understand air piping diagrams.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.
• CNC machine experience.
• Welding experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Milwaukee, WI 53203 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person