Shifts/Hours: Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work. 90% Monday-Friday 6a.m.-3p.m.
Probationary Period 90 Days
Employment Conditions
This is a drug-free company, and employees will be subject to random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass a background screening
May require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test
Job description:
This position is responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance of rail cars and components.
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Inspect car components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR) and QRS standards
Identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action
Inspect the securement of lading in open top or flat cars for compliance with AAR rules and measure high/wide loads to ensure railway line clearance
Inspect and salvage parts from dismantled and/or scrapped cars
Inspect and apply end-of-train device and perform airbrake tests
Clean, lubricate and maintain tie-down devices and other special equipment on railroad cars
Weld and paint cars, locomotives and components.
Cut metal, sandblast, replace doors and general car construction
Remove and replace couplers, draft gears and yokes
Inspect, replace and/or repair gaskets, air hose, train line, bulkhead and other interior load restraining equipment, steel sections such as side sheets, Cross bearers, crossties and underframing
Build and/or repair components such as freight doors, wooden floors or interior walls
Fabricate large jigs and fixtures and use them to assemble parts on car
Straighten or fabricate, then replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, brackets, steps and patching components
Operate light and heavy cranes, forklifts, and other car moving shop equipment
Operate various vehicles to the job site
Operation of acetylene torches, non-power handheld tools, power hand-held tools and electric and gas welding equipment and other tools/equipment as needed.
Rerail cars and locomotives by using rerailing equipment and perform other work associated with wreck service on the railroad
Comply with company and federal safety rules, policies and procedures to include wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns and taking appropriate action.
Complete annual training and pass the safety and Carmen work rules examination. Must past required welding qualification test.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma /GED
18 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
Able to read, write and communicate in English.
Mechanical Experience
Preferred Qualifications
One or more years of welding and fabrication experience
Journeyman Carman
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications-both general and technical)
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and trouble shooting skills)
Mechanical aptitude
Physical Requirements
Heavy work, lifting to 85 pounds
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.
Stooping/bending/kneeling/crouch/balance/climbing
Walking on uneven surfaces
Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor