Mechanic Heavy Equipment (Traveling) - Northern California - TBD
BNSF Railway, Bakersfield, CA, 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
Bakersfield
Other Potential Locations
Bakersfield, CA; Fresno, CA; Stockton, CA
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 Note
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 Requirement
Submission of a resume is required.
Position Summary
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.
Compensation and Work Schedule
The monthly pay rate for a new hire Traveling Mechanic is approximately $8,726.19. On average, new hires earn $104,714.28 to $112,629 per year, with potential to earn $136,000+ depending on hours worked and other factors. Travel is extensive and required to job sites in the designated seniority region and states. Training is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining and repairing the fleet of equipment operated by BNSF.
Disassembling, repairing, modifying, manufacturing, overhauling, and troubleshooting roadway maintenance equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, driveline, and related systems.
Operating equipment and using a variety of manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, welders, and cutting torches to perform/verify maintenance and repairs.
Work is conducted in a safety-sensitive environment with diverse and extreme weather conditions; walking on uneven surfaces; working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
Safety and Compliance
BNSF prioritizes safety as a core value. Employees engage in daily safety conversations and must adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN status).
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 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 with air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within first 60 days of employment
Able to visually distinguish colors (red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar/clear light)
Ability to differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds and understand verbal communication in the work environment
Two years minimum verifiable mechanical work experience or training
One year minimum verifiable training and/or experience with gasoline and diesel engines on large, industrial equipment
Three months minimum training and/or experience with electrical and/or gas welding
One year minimum training and/or experience with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams and schematics
Able to use hands and hand tools to perform activities involving 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 perks/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.
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 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
Bakersfield
Other Potential Locations
Bakersfield, CA; Fresno, CA; Stockton, CA
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 Note
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 Requirement
Submission of a resume is required.
Position Summary
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.
Compensation and Work Schedule
The monthly pay rate for a new hire Traveling Mechanic is approximately $8,726.19. On average, new hires earn $104,714.28 to $112,629 per year, with potential to earn $136,000+ depending on hours worked and other factors. Travel is extensive and required to job sites in the designated seniority region and states. Training is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining and repairing the fleet of equipment operated by BNSF.
Disassembling, repairing, modifying, manufacturing, overhauling, and troubleshooting roadway maintenance equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, driveline, and related systems.
Operating equipment and using a variety of manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, welders, and cutting torches to perform/verify maintenance and repairs.
Work is conducted in a safety-sensitive environment with diverse and extreme weather conditions; walking on uneven surfaces; working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
Safety and Compliance
BNSF prioritizes safety as a core value. Employees engage in daily safety conversations and must adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN status).
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 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 with air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within first 60 days of employment
Able to visually distinguish colors (red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar/clear light)
Ability to differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds and understand verbal communication in the work environment
Two years minimum verifiable mechanical work experience or training
One year minimum verifiable training and/or experience with gasoline and diesel engines on large, industrial equipment
Three months minimum training and/or experience with electrical and/or gas welding
One year minimum training and/or experience with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams and schematics
Able to use hands and hand tools to perform activities involving 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 perks/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.
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 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 | Bakersfield, CA | 93263
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