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Railcar Repairman

United States·BataviaFull-timemid

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Our company is proud to operate one of the country’s leading freight rail services and transportation companies with a large network of freight and tank car repair facilities,

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Our company is proud to operate one of the country’s leading freight rail services and transportation companies with a large network of freight and tank car repair facilities, a nationwide network of running repair agents, and a rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites.

We currently have Repair Technician positions available in Lockport. Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to customer and industry specifications. We seek candidates with rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or mechanical assembly.

We offer a sign on/retention bonus of $1,500, payable over the first 12 months of employment and a competitive pay scale based on relevant skills and experience.

Responsible for the repair of various types of railcars and/or tank cars. Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to industry and customer specifications. Candidates must have a safety and quality mindset and enjoy hands-on work in year-round outdoor conditions.

Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR interchange rules

Conduct pre and post inspection of all assigned railcars

Comply fully with all safety protocols including in house and OSHA rules, regulations and procedures

Comply fully with the Company's quality program by conforming to in-house processes and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations

Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner to comply with company, OSHA, and environmental rules and regulations

Follow written and verbal directions

Work effectively in a team environment

Possess a thorough understanding of railcar, components, and/or shop work order

Understand inventory control

Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars

Perform repairs such as, but not limited to, basic mechanics, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on various types of railcars or tank cars as required

Set up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines and processes, and oxyfuel operation in heating and cutting processes

Perform interior railcar cleaning

Complete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, man-lift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist, or hydraulic boom

Meet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight cars utilizing GMAW (Hardwire), FCAW (Flux Core), and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination

High-school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

Prior experience as a Carman or Railcar Repair Technician highly desirable

Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprints

Must possess basic mechanical knowledge and experience with hand & power tools, including heavier air and electric powered tools and cutting torches

Must enjoy outdoor, physical, hands on work with frequent standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting required

Certified E7018 welder preferred

Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence and speak and communicate effectively

Must possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical concepts

Must possess reasoning ability to solve practical problems

Must be able to fully pass the fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings

Our physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid, and dusty conditions. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and low precarious places, as well as in confined spaces.

The work type is best described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very physical, and without proper work planning can result in out-of-position pushing, pulling, and lifting. Proper body mechanics, positioning, and lifting techniques can be very important. Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks and to use lifting equipment when and where necessary. The positioning of the work being performed can change very frequently.

Various heavier air and electric-powered tools such as car jacks, impact wrenches, and grinders are used daily. Work also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels, socket wrenches, and ladders. Cutting torches are also used with welding equipment upon qualification of the employee.

Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling, and visual acuity, with color and depth perception

Ability to work in a confined space

Required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate