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About the Role

Herzog Transit Services, Inc. is seeking a Mechanic in Austin, TX to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Stadler GTW 2/6 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) passenger rail vehicle mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete vendor-supplied training courses related to DMU vehicle systems.
• Assist with DMU testing and acceptance program.
• Assist vendors in repairing the DMU during the warranty period.
• Assist in setting up the DMU Maintenance Shop.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and test DMU systems and equipment.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagnosis.
• Document warranty data according to client policies and procedures.
• Comply with all safety, operating, and maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment to complete repairs in a timely manner.
• Provide passenger service support to minimize service delays.
• Perform re-railing operations as required.
• Work outdoors in inclement weather as needed.
• Maintain small tool equipment.
• Work with minimal direct supervision.
• Utilize the client supplied MMIS system as required.
• Work at any time of the day or night as assigned.
• Engage in Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Diesel and/or Locomotive Mechanical background is a plus.
• Two to five years of verifiable mechanical and/or electrical work experience.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Understanding of chain of custody concepts with regards to parts issuance and distribution.
• Prior rail maintenance experience is highly desirable.
• Able to conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Able to use various software programs as required.
• Work in close proximity to moving vehicles.
• Maintain a satisfactory employment record.
• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.
• Pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
• Regularly lift weight up to 75 pounds to a height of up to 56 inches.
• Regularly carry weight up to 75 pounds to a distance up to 100 feet.
• Regularly push/pull up to 50 pounds for a distance up to 50 feet.
• Regularly grasp or squeeze with forces up to 40 pounds.
• Regularly ascend and descend a 10 step ladder with up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently climb on/off equipment.
• Work in a confined access/space environment with a height of 12 inches and a width of 24 inches.
• Regularly kneel, bend, squat while transferring up to 25 pounds of weight.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to 1 mile.
• Regularly lay on back for extended periods of time.
• Regularly reach overhead while holding tools.
• Be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises.
• Adapt to various temperature extremes including heat, cold, moisture, and wind.
• Work in a safety-sensitive work environment.
• Successfully pass color/vision examinations as required.
• Able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required.

Skills

• Preventive maintenance
• Corrective maintenance
• Mechanical systems
• Electrical systems
• Electronic systems
• Pneumatic systems
• Hydraulic systems
• DMU vehicle systems
• DMU testing
• DMU repair
• Troubleshooting
• Diagnosis
• MMIS system usage
• Teamwork
• Software usage

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• Full-time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Two to five years of experience

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree in electrical/electronic or mechanical technology or related experience

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage

About the Company

• Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
• Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
• Herzog believes its culture is at the heart of its existence, empowering every member of its professional family to act with purpose and passion.
• Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
• Herzog's success is the outcome of its relentless pursuit of excellence, passion for customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

Equal Opportunity

• It is the policy of Herzog Transit Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.