Mechanic Diesel Engines – West Colton Ca
Job Description
Vibrant Position
Position: Mechanic Diesel Engines – West Colton Ca
Company: Union Pacific
Company: Union Pacific
Job Brief
Date: nov 18, 2025 location: west coltn, ca, us, 90000 reference number: 3112 department: mechanical closing date: apply early as this job may be filled at any time.
Salary Detail
$41.07 an hour
Experience
Job-Related Experience of 18 Years is required
Job Detail
- Efficiently operate equipment including measuring instruments, precision machines, hand tools, and material handling equipment, i.e. forklifts, cranes and overhead hoists
- Communicate technical information, job briefing information, job procedure recommendations and other work-related information with others verbally, through writing, telephone, radio, and intercom
- Read and interpret information from diagrams, schematics, graphs and charts, and input into a computer as needed
- Ensure all equipment or materials are available and ready for use as needed
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and efficiently handle controversy
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
- Diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake systems, fuel systems, and other issues related to the locomotive mechanical system
- Repair, replace or rebuild our locomotives and diesel engine components as needed
- Inspect and service diesel locomotives fleet within compliance of company, federal, and industry standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Qualifications – Required
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Proficient verbal and writ10communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues and supervisors
- Possess at least 4 years of education or work experience as a mechanic repairing trucks, ships, farm equipment, airplanes, trains, automobiles, or diesels. alternatively, hold a current journeyman’s mechanical card
- Experience in conducting quick and accurate visual inspections at varying distances
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, including operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents
- Willingness to relocate and work at designated locations
- Commitment to practicing safe work habits
- To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
- Qualifications – Preferred
- Holds a valid certification and/or license as a diesel mechanic from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
- Successfully completed a formal auto/diesel engine training program, which could include training provided by a community college, trade/vocational school, or military.
- Possesses an Associate’s degree in a mechanical-related field.
- Demonstrates experience as a mechanic in diverse fields such as military, aviation, nuclear, or marine.
- Proficient in welding or possesses a welding certificate, acquired through professional, personal, or volunteer experience.
- Exhibits a track record of working outdoors in various weather conditions, gained from professional, personal, or volunteer experiences.
- Has prior experience working in environments that require the use of personal protective equipment like safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
- Familiar with working with, on, and around moving heavy equipment, with a range of experience obtained from professional, personal, or volunteer engagements.
- Displays a willingness to work in confined and/or small spaces.
- Shows availability to work different shifts, including overtime, holidays, and weekends.
- Physical and Mental Job Requirements
- To be considered for employment, candidates must successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT), which is distinct from the medical exam. For more detailed information, please refer to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
- Endurance: Ability to remain standing or sitting for more than one-half of each workday, with the opportunity to change positions periodically for comfort.
- Sensory Perception: Capable of detecting unusual sounds and smells during inspections and testing.
- Color Vision: Must have normal color vision.
- Lifting and Physical Strength: Able to occasionally bend, stoop, and kneel, as well as lift and carry objects weighing up to 65 lbs.
- Coordination: Capable of making frequent coordinated hand movements to grasp, place, or move objects. Also, should be able to walk safely and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
- Visual and Auditory Perception: Able to detect and interpret various visual color signals and displays, identify the speed of moving objects at different distances (near or far), and respond quickly to sounds.
- Overhead Work: Occasional ability to perform overhead work for short periods of time.
- Work Conditions
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
- Apply exclusively to locations where you are willing and able to reside and perform your job duties.
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining safe work practices.
- Perform tasks at elevated heights reaching 18 feet or higher.
- Consent to wearing necessary personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as mandated by the company.
- What we offer:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
- Background Check Investigation
- Medical Review
- Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
