Job Brief

We are in search of a skilled Locomotive Technician/Mechanic to perform a wide variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of railroad locomotives.

Responsibilities will include diagnosing mechanical issues, performing routine maintenance checks, replacing parts, and ensuring that locomotives run safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate must have a solid understanding of Technical/mechanical systems and possesses a strong technical aptitude. The role of the Locomotive Technician/Mechanic is to ensure that our locomotives are in peak operating condition and comply with all safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect locomotives to identify malfunctions or damage
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, wheel replacements, and brake adjustments
• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Replace defective parts as necessary
• Test locomotives to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety standards
• Maintain records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Comply with all safety and regulatory guidelines

Experience and Qualifications

• At least 3 years proven work experience as a Locomotive Mechanic/Technician or similar role
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and locomotive components
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical/Technical problems and hands-on and analytical mindset
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and a team player
• Strong experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance experience in GM/EMD locomotives an added advantage
• Proven knowledge of control systems and electrical safety
• Certification from a vocational school, College or University
• Good communication skills in English, Bemba and Nyanja

Additional Information

• Work Environment: This role primarily works in a locomotive workshop or rail yard. Some travel may be required for on-site repairs or maintenance.
• Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

• Inspect locomotives to identify malfunctions or damage
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, wheel replacements, and brake adjustments
• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Replace defective parts as necessary
• Test locomotives to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety standards
• Maintain records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Comply with all safety and regulatory guidelines

• Mechanical systems knowledge
• Locomotive components knowledge
• Mechanical/Technical problem diagnosis and repair
• Hands-on and analytical mindset
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Team player
• Mechanical and electrical maintenance experience (GM/EMD locomotives an advantage)
• Control systems knowledge
• Electrical safety knowledge
• Communication skills in English, Bemba and Nyanja

• Certification from a vocational school, College or University