Mechanic Heavy Equipment - Brainerd, MN

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nations freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.Come make a difference with us!

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

Job Location: Brainerd
Other Potential Locations: Brainerd, MN
Anticipated Start Date: 08/18/2025
Number of Positions: 2
Salary Range: Pay rate is $41.07 per hour

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway where joining our team offers you the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The Mechanic Heavy Equipment position involves maintaining and repairing railroad equipment for optimal performance and safety.

This is a full-time job (40 hrs/wk), subject to alternating shifts, night, on-call, weekends, overtime and holidays. A typical work week is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Travel is minimal.

Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job training.

Key responsibilities may include:

Disassembling, repairing, modifying, remanufacturing, and troubleshooting railroad roadway maintenance equipment and their operating and control systems. This may include:

• Hydraulic systems and components (pumps, valves, motors, cylinders, filters, hoses).
• Pneumatic systems (compressors, control valves, air braking systems, dryers).
• Gasoline and diesel engine overhauls (fuel systems, diagnostics, tune-ups).
• Driveline components (axles, bearings, ring and pinions, springs, roller chains, sprockets).
• Final and planetary drive systems (gear reduction assemblies, structural and working components).

Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

At BNSF safety is one of our core values that guides us through everything we do. Our employees engage in safety conversations, through an approaching others mindset to help us achieve our tremendous potential. In addition, our employees must adhere to safety rules, policies, as well as federal and state regulations, which could include wearing personal protective equipment, responding to concerns, and taking appropriate action in emergencies.

Relocation assistance is not available and there is a 60-calendar day probationary period for new hires.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position s duties.

Basic Qualifications:

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSFs assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• I am at least 18 years of age, or will be by the anticipated start date listed in the job description
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions
• Able to work the above shift/hours
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English
• Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally
• Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light)
• Four years minimum of verifiable mechanical work experience or training
• One year minimum of verifiable training and/or experience working with gasoline and diesel engines on large, industrial equipment
• Three months minimum of verifiable training and/or experience with electrical and/or gas welding
• One year minimum of verifiable training and/or experience with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic diagrams and schematics
• Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling
• Occasionally climb ladders, get on/off equipment and work from various heights including making repairs on top of heavy equipment and trucks
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise and fumes; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, lift, walk, stand, sit for extended time; and use hand tools

Union membership is with the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers and union dues are required per union agreement.

Here are some of the perks/benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets you where you are, a few of those benefits include:

• A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinion services, and high-quality care network options. You will also have life insurance, provided at no cost to you.
• A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals.
• Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts.
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!
• Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.
• For more information, visit Benefits .

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process . Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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