Freight Car Repairer Trainee — Welding & Field Training

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Enola (PA); On-site; USD 3,900 - 7,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starts second month

Life insurance $20,000

401(k) eligibility from day one

Dental and vision after year

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Freight Car Repairer Trainee to learn inspection, repair, and maintenance of rail cars through classroom and hands-on training. The role requires willingness to travel for training, shift work including nights and weekends, and union membership within 60 days of establishing seniority.

The program covers mechanical safety orientation, welding/fabrication, and on-the-job shop training. Lodging and travel reimbursements are provided per union agreement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and physical standards.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform heavy physical labor.
• Must pass background screening and post-offer medical examinations, including drug tests.
• One or more years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Mechanical experience or Carman apprenticeship.
• Veterans and transitioning service members encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain freight cars in compliance with FRA and AAR standards.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations.
• Perform welding and cutting operations (SMAW and FCAW processes in 2F, 3F, and 4F positions).
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and car-moving equipment.
• Rerail cars and locomotives using rerailing equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving and troubleshooting

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Carman apprenticeship

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Freight Car Repairer Trainee to learn inspection, repair, and maintenance of rail cars through classroom and hands-on training. The role requires willingness to travel for training, shift work including nights and weekends, and union membership within 60 days of establishing seniority.

The program covers mechanical safety orientation, welding/fabrication, and on-the-job shop training. Lodging and travel reimbursements are provided per union agreement.