Employment

Steam Locomotive Mechanic

Historic Rail Adventures, LLC (HRA) offers guests a narrow-gauge rail experience through The Georgetown Loop Railroad and Mining Park. The unique train ride, various mine tours on offer, picturesque alpine setting and proximity to Denver draws a global audience of nearly a quarter-million visitors throughout spring, summer, autumn and early winter. HRA is seeking a dedicated Steam Locomotive Mechanic whose primary purpose is utilizing specialized knowledge and skill to maintain, construct, repair and operate historic steam locomotives. Additionally, the Steam Locomotive Mechanic is responsible for assisting Welders, Shop hands, or Machinist with locomotive projects with hands-on maintenance work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assist Welders, Shop hands, and Machinist, including Chief Mechanical Officer and Contract Services personnel as needed by providing advice, input or feedback about locomotive work and projects proposed or in process as requested

· Perform the function of a mechanic as assigned

· Observe steam locomotives in operation to identify problems and their sources

· Perform specialized maintenance and inspection of locomotive boilers, steam driven appurtenances, steam and water piping, tender tanks, running gear, engines and other locomotive systems

· Fabricate parts using machine and hand tools, welders, cutting torches, plasma cutters, and other metal working equipment

· Keep workplace clean and orderly

· Comply with instructions provided by supervisors

· Operate machinery such as but not limited to forklifts, telehandlers, skid-steer loader, backhoe

· Remove and replace defective parts using lifting equipment such as overhead cranes as required

· Document work as required

· Perform additional duties as required

Required Qualifications:

· Position requires specialized knowledge of the construction, maintenance, repair and operation techniques related to historic steam locomotives.

· Working knowledge of FRA regulations.

· Enthusiasm for the company and its mission.

· Ability to carry out verbal or written instructions.

· Proficient in the use of welding machines, oxy/fuel torch rigs, plasma cutters, angle grinders and other metal fabrication tools

· Proficient in the use of machine tools, such as band saws and manual lathes and milling machines.

· Proficient with the use of hand and power tools.

· Ability to read and work mechanical drawings.

· Strong project management skills.

· Working knowledge of arithmetic, geometry, trigonometry, and algebraic math.

· Organizational skills and careful attention to detail.

Willingness to work at heights on ladders, scaffolds, man lifts or on top of rail mounted equipment.

· Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

· Willingness and desire to learn.

· Additional qualifications such as familiarity with CAD drawing software, mechanical engineering principles, ASME and NBIC codes and experience as a certified conductor or engineer are desirable.

Pay Rate: $26.00 – $30.00 an hour, depending on experience. While this is a seasonal position, it could be a year-round position for the candidate with additional skills that can be leveraged during the off season.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits. Paid vacation & sick time. Company-paid recreation center visits. Holiday bonus opportunities.

Location: The Track Lead position is on site in scenic Silver Plume, Colorado with mountain views and a variety of outdoor recreation venues nearby. Application Information: Send resumes to info@historicrailadventures.com.