Car Repairman II

Primary Responsibilities: 

Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to: 

• Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc. 

• Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment. 

• Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter. 

• Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools. 

• Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required. 

• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards. 

Required Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or ability to pass a Combined Basic Skills Assessment Test 

• Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company 

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude 

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team 

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision 

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly documents 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. 

• Ability to work any shift, including overtime, as permitted by the union contract 

• Dependable attendance and reliability 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Welding certifications 

• Experience in an Industrial Repair or Manufacturing environment. 

• Rail industry experience 

• Valve and fittings experience 

• Tank car knowledge or experience 

Work Environment & Schedule: 

• Work is performed in an industrial railcar repair environment involves regular exposure to challenging physically demanding and environmental conditions. 

• Duties may be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions 

• Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heat, and noise is common 

• Job requires moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting, climbing, working at heights, and working in confined spaces 

• Must be able to enter tank cars through 20‑inch manway openings 

• Manual dexterity and physical coordination required for tool and equipment operation 

• Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills 

• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols 

• Vision correctable to 20/30 for inspection tasks 

• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime as required. 

Disclaimer: 

Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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