Embarking on a mechanical trade career in Lincoln, NE typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 6,369 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with Lincoln, NE having a robust workforce of 6,369. The job growth projection from 2022 to 2032 is an impressive 11%, significantly outpacing the national average. Apprentices in Lincoln earn an average of $594.50 per week, with an annual overtime average of $28,618. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $83,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, 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 play a role in supporting 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. Come make a difference with us! Learn More About BNSF And Our Benefits Job Location: Commerce, CA; Alliance, NE; Chicago, IL; Havelock, NE; Havre, MT; Kansas City, KS; Springfield, MO; Temple, TX Anticipated Start Date: 02/03/2025, 0616/2025, or 09/08/2025 Number of Positions: 8 Salary: $78,000 A Mechanical Management Trainee position at BNSF Railway offers a unique entry point for emerging mechanical professionals into the railway industry. This program equips trainees with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in locomotive and freight car maintenance and repair. Participants will hone their leadership skills and project management capabilities through mentorship and technical training. It's an ideal steppingstone for those looking to significantly impact the operational efficiency and safety of BNSF Railway's mechanical endeavors. Learn more about our Management Trainee Program This is a full-time (minimum 40hrs/wk) position in a 24x7 operations environment, subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel and Relocation is required after the 6-month program, must be flexible with their location, as they could be moved depending on business needs. Must have reliable transportation to and from work. Accelerate your career over 6 months of training. • Begin with an invigorating one-week orientation at our Fort Worth headquarters, immersing yourself in BNSF culture and forging connections with industry leaders. • Sharpen your skills at our Technical Training Center for two to three weeks in Overland Park, delving into technical intricacies and personnel management. • The remainder of your journey entails immersive on-the-job field training, offering hands-on experience across diverse departments. Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing, and hiring events for this position. Please check your e-mail daily. Key Responsibilities Manage mechanical shop and field operations, work on projects, and prepare for a field operations supervisory position. Responsible for the safety of their teams and conduct job safety briefings with employees. Provide periodic updates to the General Foreman to ensure daily plan requirements are met. Supervise shop craft employees to safely execute terminal or shop operating plan. Ensure labor and equipment is positioned to inspect, test and repair equipment to meet the needs of the daily plan. Safeguard compliance with BNSF’s employment policies, safety rules, union agreements, and Association of American Railroads (AAR)/Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. Possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to overcome obstacles and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment. Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, climbing ladders, walking on uneven or elevated surfaces and heavy/moving machinery. This role does not involve design of railcars, locomotives, or other equipment. The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties. At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Basic Qualifications • Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire. • Does not require sponsorship to obtain, maintain, or extend authorization to work in the United States. (For example, H1-B Visa or STEM OPT) • Capable of working in a 24/7 environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and can safely perform duties outdoors in all weather conditions or in a shop, terminal, or field environment. Role includes climbing ladders and navigating uneven surfaces, with the ability to travel up to 25% of the time based on business needs. • Able and willing to relocate anywhere on the BNSF Railway operating system (western 28 states) upon hire, career progression, and/or business needs. If you have any location restrictions, please answer "No." • Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, etc.), Automotive, Business, Technical, OR a similar degree program from an accredited university. • Have and will maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA. • Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience, EXCLUDING internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing my undergraduate and/or graduate degree. Preferred Qualifications • Prior internship experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Engineering, Business, Automotive, or a related field. • Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization. At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including: • An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program. • A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options. • Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost. • Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match). • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support. • Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program) • Generous leave / time off policies. • For more information, visit Benefits. Please be aware of potential fraud that can occur when searching for new career opportunities. Please review our FAQ for more information and awareness. 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. SF: MO | [[mfield5]] | Operations - Mechanical | Lincoln, NE | 66106
See More Details >>FULL-TIME; M - F; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Work involves the inspection of a variety of HVAC systems to enforce municipal and county codes and regulations and to protect the public against safety hazards caused by inferior materials and poor workmanship. Work also involves technical examinations and the application of standard trade practices to inspection work. Inspections are conducted independently, but in accordance with departmental regulations and established technical standards. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience in installing and repairing HVAC systems at the journey, supervisory or contractor level; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills. Necessary Requirements: Possession of a HVAC Contractor license as issued by the City of Lincoln, Nebraska, prior to completion of probationary period. Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties. Inspects and tests installations of HVAC systems to enforce adherence to municipal and county codes and ordinances; ensures that HVAC systems and related parts of the system are properly sized and installed. Examines specifications, plans and materials of HVAC installations; checks for compliance with municipal and county codes and regulations and accepted trade standards. Receives complaints and reports of improper HVAC equipment; investigates and consults with responsible persons regarding improvements to be made. Discusses HVAC systems and installations with contractors, property owners and other interested parties; explains and interprets municipal and county codes, regulations and standards. Conducts and records daily inspections of partial and finished work reported by contractors; approves or rejects and then advises contractors of results and required action.
See More Details >>Company Description: Instinct® is a rapidly growing, family-owned marketer and manufacturer of science based 100% natural pet food for dogs and cats. Instinct® is the Raw Brand, with a mission to get more raw nutrition into every bowl of dogs and cats, for proven healthier and happier long lives. Our company mission is to Empower people to transform the lives of pets. We are committed to hiring and developing a team of passionate, performance-oriented professionals who live by our 4 values of championing raw, empowered to make a difference, collaborating as one team, and striving for excellence through continuous learning and improvement. Our home office is located in St. Louis, Missouri with our Center of Excellence Raw Food kitchens in Lincoln, Nebraska. Instinct® is part of the family-owned group, Agrolimen, who owns leading pet food and human food businesses in the US, China, Europe, and Africa. Sign-on Bonus up to $2,000 This role will pay $28.50 - $35.00 per hour based on experience Position Summary: This position presents an opportunity to be a full-time member of a maintenance team with significant professional growth potential. The Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance duties to support the greater team. The majority of the time will be on general maintenance tasks and machine repair to ensure the smooth operation of the production process, but will also do special projects and preventative maintenance when not doing work necessary to keep production running. Primary Job Responsibilities • Perform installation, modification, operation and maintenance of all facets of the plant. • Quickly respond to production calls regarding equipment breakdowns. • Work to get the production process going in the most efficient manner possible, minimizing down time to the greatest extent possible. • Prioritize working on multiple repair requests on an urgency basis, requiring coordination/communication with the Production and Maintenance leadership teams. • Alert the Maintenance Lead or Manager of any unusual breakdown or damage to plant or equipment. • Work on special projects as determined by Maintenance Manager. • Perform PM activities as time permits. Personal Attributes • Mechanical aptitude • Analytical ability • Self-motivated • Self-starter mentality with the ability to work on projects with minimal supervision • Strong organizational skills (ability to manage multiple projects) • Practical learning (assimilating and applying new information) • Ability to manage and measure work. • Ability to deal with ambiguity. • Ability to read multiple types of schematics • Ability to read and write ladder logic • VFD knowledge and programing • Knowledge in industrial electrical codes Preferred Experience • High school education. • 2+ years of maintenance experience in a food processing environment; manufacturing environment helpful but will train the right candidate. • Electrical/Mechanical 2 year degree and/or experience equivalent • Ability to plan projects and coordinate tasks. • Experience with preventative maintenance programs. • Computer proficiency with Outlook and Microsoft. • Driving Continuous Improvement. Physical Requirements • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. • Frequent squatting, kneeling, stooping, and bending. Travel Requirements: May travel to other facilities. Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required. Compensation: Competitive compensation package includes health & dental insurance, life & AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, PTO, short and long-term disability, Purpose days off for company partner volunteer opportunities, monthly bonus program, and 401k with company match.
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