Welder & Fabricator- Railcar Repair (Nights)

Job Title: Welder & Fabricator- Railcar Repair (Nights) Job Description

Join a leading rail and tank car repair facility as a Welder & Fabricator, where your skills will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing railcar operations. This position involves a dynamic mix of welding and fabricating tasks, with a focus on long-term growth and certification in railcar repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks using mig/flux techniques 20% of the time.

• Engage in fabricating and assembling 80% of the time.

• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure precise execution of tasks.

• Cut steel using an Oxy-Torch for various projects.

• Fit up and tack weld components as needed.

• Weld overhead when required to ensure structural integrity.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient railcar repair processes.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in mig and flux welding.

• Ability to weld overhead effectively.

• Competence in reading and interpreting blueprints.

• Experience in structural welding.

• Familiarity with railcars, tank cars, and hopper cars.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in railcar repair is highly beneficial.

• Understanding of fabrication processes and production drawings.

• Knowledge of standards set by the Association of American Railroads and the Federal Railroad Administration.

Why Work Here?

Work in a recently renovated facility designed to support your professional growth. This is a great opportunity to join at an early stage, allowing you to create opportunities for yourself in a brand-new setting.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility, with shifts running from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays required. This environment is perfect for individuals who thrive in hands-on, dynamic settings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hockley, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hockley,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.