Locomotive Systems Test Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionLocomotive Systems Test Technician

Location: Muncie, IN
Employment Type: Full-Time with Benefits and Weekly Pay
Compensation: $22–$30 per hour (based on shift and experience)

A day in the life

You arrive on shift, pull the latest work instructions, and step into a diesel-electric powerhouse that’s nearing delivery. You methodically bring systems online, verify interlocks, and validate that air brakes, diesel power, and electronic controls behave exactly as designed. A tap of the multimeter here, a trace with the oscilloscope there—each reading tells part of the story. When something’s off, you diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair. By afternoon, you’re on the test track, operating the locomotive under strict safety rules to confirm every subsystem performs flawlessly. You capture data, log findings, and collaborate with quality and production before handing off a locomotive you’re proud to sign your name to.

Work schedule

• 1st shift: Mon–Fri, 6:00am–4:30pm
• 2nd shift: Mon–Fri, 2:30pm–11:00pm
• 3rd shift: Sun–Thurs, 9:30pm–6:00am
• Weekend Day shift: Fri–Sun, 6:00am–6:00pm (36 hours paid as 40 with perfect attendance—no late arrivals or early departures. Initial training on 1st shift for approximately 6–8 weeks before transitioning.)
• Overtime: Opportunities available Fri–Sun

Why you’ll like working here

• Paid Time Off: 5 days PTO
• Paid Holidays: 6 days annually
• Health Insurance: Up to 50% of premiums covered
• Additional Perks: Retirement plans, financial fitness programs, and employee savings options

What you’ll handle

• Test electrical, mechanical, and electronic locomotive systems (air brakes, diesel engines, and system interactions)
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical defects
• Conduct track testing while adhering to all operational safety rules
• Follow detailed work instructions, record accurate data, and set up special instrumentation
• Operate locomotives, tuggers, forklifts, overhead cranes, and related equipment
• Read and interpret precision instruments, gauges, technical schematics, and flowcharts

Leadership and collaboration

• Lead troubleshooting efforts and craft solutions to technical issues
• Organize and manage daily assignments for safe, timely completion
• Partner with quality and production teams to communicate findings

What you bring

Required:

• Skill Level I: 0–2 years of experience or a degree in electrical/mechanical engineering
• Skill Level II: 2+ years of relevant experience or advanced technical expertise
• Hands-on ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
• Strong schematic and flowchart literacy
• Clear written and verbal communication to document and resolve non-conformance issues

Preferred:

• Background working with high-voltage systems and advanced test equipment
• PC proficiency, including Windows and Microsoft Office
• Experience in locomotive testing or closely related fields

Physical and environmental realities

• Strength: Lift up to 50 lbs and work in confined spaces
• Motion: Stand, walk, squat, kneel, and climb stairs for extended periods
• Environment: Work indoors/outdoors with temperature extremes, noise, vibration, and oils
• Safety: Strict adherence to PPE and blue-flag safety protocols

Tools and tech

• Multimeter
• Oscilloscopes
• Megohmmeters

Core proficiencies

• Quality Inspection Experience
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Diesel Engine Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
• Blueprint & Schematic Reading
• Locomotive Rail Systems
• Pneumatic Systems / Air Brakes

Make your impact

Join Impact Workforce Solutions and help us deliver locomotives that perform to the highest standards. Apply now to become a key part of our team in Muncie, IN.

EOE

Thank you for your interest in Impact Workforce Solutions, we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participate in the E-Verify eligibility confirmation program.