Job Opening: Railroad Mechanic/Electrician

Location: 3607 County Road 65, Rangely, CO 81648
Job Type: Full-Time
Shifts: All shifts (day, night, rotating)
Wage: $46.50 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Railroad Mechanic/Electrician looking to join a fast-paced, hands-on work environment? We are seeking a dedicated, safety-focused professional to join our team and maintain our 50KV electric train system. This is a critical role that ensures our rail equipment operates safely and efficiently—day in and day out.

Responsibilities Include:

• Troubleshoot and repair track and shop equipment, locomotives, and railroad cars
• Perform scheduled monthly and yearly preventative maintenance (PMs)
• Maintain and repair railroad equipment, including:
• Pulling trucks
• Replacing wheels
• Checking and adjusting brakes
• Adjusting car doors
• Performing single car brake tests
• Gauging wheels
• Switching cars
• Perform monthly electrical inspections and repairs for the railroad shop, loadout, slot storage, and county road crossing
• Disassemble and reassemble traction motors, Lexair valves, and silicon-controlled rectifiers (SCR’s)
• Perform welding and cutting tasks
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
• Apply knowledge of pneumatics, basic math, and electrical theory

Minimum Requirements:

• MSHA 24-Hour Surface Certificate (REQUIRED)
• State of Colorado Underground & Surface Electrical Certification (Low, Medium, High Voltage REQUIRED)
• Must be trained in welding and cutting metal
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Proficient in basic math and pneumatics
• CDL Class A or B license is preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform physically demanding work throughout the day
• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and crawl
• Must be able to reach and lift above and below shoulder level
• Ability to use both hands for:
• Simple and power grasping
• Pushing and pulling
• Fine manipulation
• Must be able to lift and carry 75+ pounds
• Good eyesight and hearing are essential for this role

Additional Information:

• Must be willing and able to work all shifts
• This is a safety-sensitive position—strict adherence to all safety protocols is required
• Background check, drug screening, and physical required

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to power the rails with your skills, apply now! Join a company that values hard work, safety, and team-driven success.

Candidates should apply online at: www.deserado.com email shadden@deserado.com or by clicking the apply button in the lower right-hand corner of this screen.
Deadline: 9/14/2025

Equal Opportunity Employer

Blue Mountain Energy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blue Mountain Energy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

Exempt: No