Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling)- Somerville, TX (93665)
Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling)- Somerville, TX (93665)
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$ 104714 - 112629
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Job Description
Be part of a team that values safety inclusion and excellence
We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nations freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed clothe supply and power communities throughout America and the world.
We are committed to a culture where all employees are included belong and have equal opportunity to achieve their full make a difference with us!
Learn more aboutBNSFandourBenefits
Job Location:Somerville
Other Potential Locations:Somerville TX
Anticipated Start Date:07/28/2025
Number of Positions:1
Salary Range:Pay rate is $8726.19/mo with approx. annual salary of $104714 to $136000
Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
Submission of a resume is required.
Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nations rail infrastructure. The Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling) position involves maintaining and repairing critical machinery across various locations ensuring operational efficiency and safety by minimizing equipment downtime.
This is a fulltimeposition pay is monthly based on the current union agreement. Shifts are Monday through Friday (10hour shifts) with overtime after ten hours. Subject to alternating shifts orstarting timesnights oncall weekends overtime and holidays.
The monthly pay rate for a new hire Traveling Mechanic will be approximately $ average employees starting out as new hire Traveling Mechanic will earn $104714.28 to $112629 per year. Based on business needs in your location or district earning potential could grow to $136000 depending on hours worked and other factors. Again this is an average based on hours worked pay rates and other factors.
Extensive travel is required to job sites on the designated seniority region and states.
Training for this position is companypaid onthejob and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.
Key responsibilities may include:
Maintaining and repairing the fleet of equipment operated by BNSF.
Disassembling repairing modifying manufacturing overhauling and troubleshooting roadway maintenance equipment including hydraulic (and associated components) pneumatic air (and associated components) systems and fuel (gasoline and diesel) systems driveline components and final/planetary drive systems.
Operating equipment and using a variety of manual electric pneumatic and hydraulic tools as well as welders and cutting torches to perform/verify necessary maintenance and repairs.
Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot cold rain snow and sleet) walking and performing work on uneven surfaces working around loud noises fumes and heavy/moving machinery.
BNSF prioritizes safety as a core value of how we do business. Our employees engage in daily safety conversations to achieve our vision. In addition they must adhere to safety regulations rules and policies including wearing safety equipment responding to concerns and taking action in emergencies.
Relocation assistance not currently available and there is a 60day probationary period.
Basic Qualifications:
- Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
- 21 years of age or older
- Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
- Able to work the above shift/hours.
- Able to meet the above travel requirements.
- Able to read write and communicate (speak hear and understand) English.
- Ableto lift and carry up to 60lbsoccasionally.
- Possess a valid ClassB Commercial Drivers License minimum Class A upon requirement. (CDL) with and air brake endorsements orable to obtain one within first 60 daysofemployment.
- Able to visually distinguish colors red blue green yellow and lunar (clearlight)
- Abilityto differentiate between verbal and nonverbal sounds (signals alarms etc.) and discriminate (comprehend) verbal communication in the work environment.
- Twoyears minimum verifiable mechanical work experience or training
- Oneyearminimum of verifiable training and/or experience working with gasoline and diesel engines on large industrial equipment.
- Threemonths minimum of verifiable training and/or experience with electrical and/or gas welding.
- Oneyearminimum of verifiable training and/or experience with electrical hydraulic pneumatic diagrams and schematics.
- Able to use handsand hand toolsto perform activities involving holding grasping turning and pulling.
- Occasionallyclimb ladders get on/off equipment and work from various heights including making repairs on top of heavy equipment and trucks.
- Able tobend lift walk standandsit for extended time.
Union membership is with the International Association of Machinists (IAM) and union dues are required per union agreement.
Seniority district transfersare handled per union agreement are seniority based and require Director approval.
Here are some of the perks/benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee
At BNSF you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets you where you are a few of those benefits include:
- A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical dental vision telemedicine mental health wellness coaching 2nd opinionservices and highquality care network options. You will also have life insurance provided at no cost to you.
- A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals.
- Family benefits including parental and pediatric support adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and spending accounts.
- Access to discounts on travel gym memberships and more!
- Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.
- For more information visitBenefits.
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All positions require preemployment background verification medical review and preemployment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing theHiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities to obtain a information is available at Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
