Railroad Carman

Road & Rail Services Rail Road Carman Basic Purpose of Position As a Railcar Mechanic, you will perform Mechanical repairs to Railcars. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background & welding experience is highly recommended. The candidate must be a dependable and safety-conscious person. We would prefer someone with previous railcar repair experience but not required. Safety is the number 1 priority with Road & Rail Services so it is vital that all company guidelines and safety rules are followed and met while on the job. Responsibilities Inspect railcars for damage/fatigue Identify repairs that can be performed by Road & Rail Services Perform authorized repairs to customer and AAR specifications Operate various types of mechanical equipment including all terrain vehicles and tractors etc. Experience Requirements Welding experience highly recommended Strong mechanical background Ability to use basic hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets etc.) Physical, Mental & Sensory Requirements Ability to constantly use bending, squatting, twisting, and walking motions throughout the entire work shift Must be able to work independently Ability to frequently open railcar end doors using pulling back force of 90 lbs. and pushing force of 68 lbs. Ability to occasionally climb using various types of ladders to heights in excess of 16 feet Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions Skills, Licenses, Certification, and/or Special Training Must maintain a valid state driver's license if required to operate company equipment We Offer A full benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401(k) Retirement plan Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Annual steel toe boot allowance All personal protective equipment (PPE) provided Veteran friendly Promote from within mentality Yearly safety bonuses and much more! #J-18808-Ljbffr