Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling) - Belen, NM
BNSF Railway, Belen, NM, United States
Overview
Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will support 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.
Learn More About BNSF And Our Benefits
Job Location
Job Location:
Belen
Other Potential Locations:
Belen, NM
Anticipated Start Date:
06/01/2026
Number of Positions:
1
Salary Range:
Pay rate is $9,075.24/mo with approx. annual salary of $104,714 to $136,000
Application and Classification
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. Submission of a resume is required.
Role and Training
Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our
Engineering Department
means contributing to the backbone of our nation\'s rail infrastructure. The
Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling)
position involves maintaining and repairing critical machinery across various locations, ensuring operational efficiency and safety by minimizing equipment downtime. This is a full-time position; pay is monthly based on the current union agreement. Shifts are Monday through Friday (10-hour shifts), with overtime after ten hours. Subject to alternating shifts or starting times, nights, on-call, weekends, overtime, and holidays. The monthly pay rate for a new hire Traveling Mechanic is approximately $8,726.19. On average, employees starting out as new hire Traveling Mechanic will earn $104,714.28 to $112,629 per year. Depending on hours worked and other factors, earnings could grow to $136,000+.
Travel
is extensive and required to job sites in the designated seniority region and states. Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities May Include
Maintaining and repairing the fleet of equipment operated by BNSF.
Disassembling, repairing, modifying, manufacturing, overhauling, and troubleshooting roadway maintenance equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel systems, driveline components, and final/planetary drive systems.
Operating equipment and using a variety of manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, as well as welders and cutting torches, to perform/verify necessary maintenance and repairs.
Daily work is conducted in a safety-sensitive environment with diverse and extreme weather conditions; work may involve walking on uneven surfaces, loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
BNSF prioritizes safety
as a core value. Employees engage in daily safety conversations, must adhere to safety regulations, wear safety equipment, respond to concerns, and take action in emergencies.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining employment authorization.
21 years of age or older
Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
Able to work the above shift/hours.
Able to meet the above travel requirements.
Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English.
Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally.
Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License minimum, Class A upon requirement. CDL with air brake endorsements or able to obtain one within first 60 days of employment.
Able to visually distinguish colors (red, blue, green, yellow, and clear/light).
Ability to differentiate verbal and non-verbal sounds and comprehend verbal communication in the work environment.
Two years minimum verifiable mechanical work experience or training.
One year minimum verifiable training and/or experience working with gasoline and diesel engines on large, industrial equipment.
Three months minimum verifiable training and/or experience with electrical and/or gas welding.
One year minimum verifiable training and/or experience with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic diagrams and schematics.
Able to use hands and hand tools for holding, grasping, turning, and pulling.
Occasionally climb ladders, get on/off equipment and work from various heights including on top of heavy equipment and trucks.
Able to bend, lift, walk, stand, and sit for extended time.
Union
membership is with the International Association of Machinists (IAM) and union dues are required per union agreement.
Seniority district transfers
are handled per union agreement, are seniority based and require Director approval.
Perks and Benefits
Here are some of the benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee:
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.
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.
Please be aware of potential fraud that can occur when searching for new career opportunities. Review our FAQ for more information and awareness.
All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. 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 https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
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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Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will support 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.
Learn More About BNSF And Our Benefits
Job Location
Job Location:
Belen
Other Potential Locations:
Belen, NM
Anticipated Start Date:
06/01/2026
Number of Positions:
1
Salary Range:
Pay rate is $9,075.24/mo with approx. annual salary of $104,714 to $136,000
Application and Classification
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. Submission of a resume is required.
Role and Training
Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our
Engineering Department
means contributing to the backbone of our nation\'s rail infrastructure. The
Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling)
position involves maintaining and repairing critical machinery across various locations, ensuring operational efficiency and safety by minimizing equipment downtime. This is a full-time position; pay is monthly based on the current union agreement. Shifts are Monday through Friday (10-hour shifts), with overtime after ten hours. Subject to alternating shifts or starting times, nights, on-call, weekends, overtime, and holidays. The monthly pay rate for a new hire Traveling Mechanic is approximately $8,726.19. On average, employees starting out as new hire Traveling Mechanic will earn $104,714.28 to $112,629 per year. Depending on hours worked and other factors, earnings could grow to $136,000+.
Travel
is extensive and required to job sites in the designated seniority region and states. Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities May Include
Maintaining and repairing the fleet of equipment operated by BNSF.
Disassembling, repairing, modifying, manufacturing, overhauling, and troubleshooting roadway maintenance equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel systems, driveline components, and final/planetary drive systems.
Operating equipment and using a variety of manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, as well as welders and cutting torches, to perform/verify necessary maintenance and repairs.
Daily work is conducted in a safety-sensitive environment with diverse and extreme weather conditions; work may involve walking on uneven surfaces, loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
BNSF prioritizes safety
as a core value. Employees engage in daily safety conversations, must adhere to safety regulations, wear safety equipment, respond to concerns, and take action in emergencies.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining employment authorization.
21 years of age or older
Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
Able to work the above shift/hours.
Able to meet the above travel requirements.
Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English.
Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally.
Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License minimum, Class A upon requirement. CDL with air brake endorsements or able to obtain one within first 60 days of employment.
Able to visually distinguish colors (red, blue, green, yellow, and clear/light).
Ability to differentiate verbal and non-verbal sounds and comprehend verbal communication in the work environment.
Two years minimum verifiable mechanical work experience or training.
One year minimum verifiable training and/or experience working with gasoline and diesel engines on large, industrial equipment.
Three months minimum verifiable training and/or experience with electrical and/or gas welding.
One year minimum verifiable training and/or experience with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic diagrams and schematics.
Able to use hands and hand tools for holding, grasping, turning, and pulling.
Occasionally climb ladders, get on/off equipment and work from various heights including on top of heavy equipment and trucks.
Able to bend, lift, walk, stand, and sit for extended time.
Union
membership is with the International Association of Machinists (IAM) and union dues are required per union agreement.
Seniority district transfers
are handled per union agreement, are seniority based and require Director approval.
Perks and Benefits
Here are some of the benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee:
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.
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.
Please be aware of potential fraud that can occur when searching for new career opportunities. Review our FAQ for more information and awareness.
All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. 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 https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
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.
F: MO | Engineering Transitioning Military | Operations - Engineering | Belen, NM | 87002
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