Machinist - Steam - Cheyenne, WY

Description

Machinist works independently, possess skills necessary to fabricate complex mechanical components to exacting tolerances on manual type machines.
 

Accountabilities

• Disassemble equipment prepare for repair or remanufacture.
•  Perform machine and tool set-up.
•  Maintain clean work area, adjusts and sharpens tooling and machinery.
•  Service all locomotives and support equipment to include sand, water, oil and fuel.
•  Service all assigned Steam and Diesel Locomotives and support equipment including Rotary Snow Plow, Single and Double-track type Snow Plows and associated support equipment.
•  Operates engine lathes, horizontal and vertical milling machines, shapers, drill presses, hydraulic presses.
•  Operate tool sharpening fixtures and specialized tools and machinery as required.
•  Work in tool room, clean and inventory tools and tooling.
•  Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/orcustomers and effectively handle conflict situations.
•  Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Operate CNC engine lathes, horizontal and vertical milling machines, shapers, drill presses, hydraulic presses.
• Operate tool sharpening fixtures and specialized tools and machinery as required.

Qualifications - Required

• All applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
• 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.
• Proficient in English to effectively communicate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Capable of reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Must be able to travel up to several weeks at a time to support annual steam tour trips across Union Pacific's network and beyond, if needed.

Qualifications - Preferred

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

• Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) before being considered for employment.  This is separate from the medical exam.  For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
• Capable of remaining in a standing or sitting position for more than half of the workday, with opportunities to periodically change positions for comfort.
• Frequently walk safely and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, stairs, or equipment as needed occasionally.
• Frequently perform physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Must be capable of performing regular coordinated hand movements for grasping, positioning, or moving objects.
• Lift, carry, or otherwise move weights up to 109 pounds occasionally.

Work Conditions

• Work will take place both in a shop environment and outside.
• Must be available to work any shift.
• Willingness to work outside regardless of weather conditions.
• Apply only to those locations where you are willing to live and work
• You are responsible for providing your own transportation
• Perform tasks at heights of 20 feet or more
• Crews generally work eight consecutive 10-hour days, followed by 5 to 7 days off before the next work period begins
• Travel is required 95-100% of the time
• Comfortable wearing personal protective gear for most of the day
• Must be willing and able to work in environments with large equipment, including railcars, locomotives, and cranes.
• Follow safety protocols and practices.
• Must be able to travel up to several weeks at time to support annual steam tour trips across Union Pacific’s network and beyond, if needed.
• Must be available for travel for several weeks to support annual steam tour trips across Union Pacific’s network and beyond as required.