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Job Field: Architect / Engineering Jobs
Location: HERMISTON, WA
Salary: $-
Job Type: Part Time

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 <td align="left">Mechanic - Diesel Engines Work Location:Hermiston, OR Closing Date:Apply early as this job may be removed or filled as soon as there are sufficient applicants. Salary:$27.40 per hour Basic Purpose of Job: Diesel Mechanics are responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance of the engine and mechanical components of diesel electric locomotives. Physical duties involve occasionally climbing and maintaining balance on locomotive steps and ladders to gain access to the locomotive roof; maintaining balance when occasionally walking on catwalks, running boards, uneven terrain, ballast, and roofs while making repairs; stepping around objects and equipment on the floor; performing work while occasionally bending and stooping, and being in awkward postural positions; performing occasional overhead work for short periods of time; lift/carry and push/pull objects weighing 25 lbs (frequently) and up to 86 lbs. (usually with assistance); and remaining standing or sitting for more than one-half of every work day with the opportunity to periodically change position for comfort. Accountabilities: * Inspect and service the diesel locomotive fleet in compliance with company, federal, and industry standards. * Diagnose diesel engine, air compressor, and other locomotive mechanical system malfunctions. * Repair, replace, or rebuild locomotive and diesel engine components as needed. * Prepare equipment and materials as needed, and effectively operate the equipment, including the following: * Measuring instruments (micrometers, tape measures, dial calipers). * Precision machines (drill and punch presses, bench lathes). * Hand tools (drills, wrenches, grinders). * Material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, overhead hoists). * Maximize locomotive availability for the company. * Conduct job briefings to ensure safe and effective coordination of activities. * Ensure that all equipment or materials are available and ready for use as needed. * Communicate technical information, job briefing information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related information with others through writing, in-person interaction, telephone, radio, and intercom. * Read, interpret, understand, and find (if necessary) written or electronic information, including information from diagrams, schematics, blueprints, graphs, and charts, and input information as needed into a computer. * Detect and interpret visual color signals and displays at near and far distances; identify alterations of objects (size, shape, temperature); detect unusual sounds and smells during inspections and tests (leaks in air systems); use depth perception to judge speed and distance of locomotives being moved on service area, and listen to detect warning signals. * Understand and follow company and industry safety rules, practices, and standards. * Ensure safety of self and co-workers. Required Education, Training, Experience or Skills: * Must be a minimum of 18 years o </td>
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