Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling)

TL;DR

Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling): Maintaining and repairing BNSF roadway maintenance equipment across multiple locations with an accent on hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel systems, driveline components, and troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime. Focus on performing safety-sensitive field work in extreme weather, operating and repairing heavy machinery, and meeting strict travel and mechanical experience requirements.

Location: Woodward

Salary: Pay rate is $9,075.24/mo with approx. annual salary of $104,714 to $136,000

Company

hirify.global is one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting freight across western states and Canadian provinces.

What you will do

• Maintain and repair the fleet of equipment operated by BNSF.
• Disassemble, repair, modify, manufacture, overhaul, and troubleshoot roadway maintenance equipment.
• Work on hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel (gasoline/diesel), and driveline/final drive systems.
• Operate manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, including welders and cutting torches, to perform and verify repairs.
• Perform daily work in a safety-sensitive environment with extreme weather and heavy/moving machinery.

Requirements

• Travel to job sites on the designated seniority region and states; extensive travel is required.
• Work authorization: able to work now and in the future without BNSF assistance (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• 21 years of age or older.
• English communication required (able to read, write, and communicate).
• Two years minimum verifiable mechanical work experience or training; plus experience with gasoline/diesel engines on large industrial equipment.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License minimum (Class A upon requirement) with air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within first 60 days.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time role with Monday–Friday 10-hour shifts and overtime after ten hours.
• Company-paid on-the-job and classroom training, including travel to the BNSF Training Center.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, life insurance, Railroad Retirement, and a competitive 401(k).
• Union membership with IAM and union dues required per union agreement.
• Relocation assistance not currently available; 60-day probationary period.

Hiring process

• Resume submission required.
• Pre-employment background verification, medical review, and pre-employment drug screen.
• Seniority district transfers are seniority-based and require Director approval.