Equipment Shop Attendant

Omaha, NE

Omaha Track is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value.  We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement in our 4 areas of focus:  Materials/Railroad Services/Equipment/Terminal Services.

Position Description

The Shop Attendant responsibilities include shop maintenance, cleanliness, and assist in minor technician duties, as assigned.  The person in this position must be self-motivated, take initiative and prioritize a variety of tasks on a daily basis.  The Shop Attendant would also be in a position to learn more technician related skills and abilities.

Major Areas of Responsibility

  • Detail, wash, and maintain shop trucks and equipment to meet company quality standards 
  • Ensure the shop maintains a clean, organized, and professional presentation at all times 
  • Maintain a safe working environment in all designated shop areas; attend daily safety briefings 
  • Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures 
  • Provide support to OTE departments as assigned. 
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education is preferred
  • Experience in a mechanical shop environment is preferred; intermediate mechanical skills are desired
  • Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
  • Valid driver’s license required (must not have any major driving offenses within the last three years)

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education is preferred
  • Experience in a mechanical shop environment is preferred; intermediate mechanical skills are desired
  • Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
  • Valid driver’s license required (must not have any major driving offenses within the last three years)

 Work Requirements

  • Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
  • Understand and accurately interpret/follow laws, rules, regulations, and other railroad/Omaha Track guidelines
  • Able to change easily from one task to another of a different nature and deal with competing demands
  • Able to prioritize workload and tasks and take initiative.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a diverse group
  • Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, subject to all elements and conditions
  • Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to lifting (up to 50lbs), sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, squatting, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders
  • Able to work overtime when demand requires

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.