Industrial Painter I

Guardian Rail; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Rail is seeking an Industrial Painter to apply solvent and water-based paints to the exterior and interior of railcars.

The role requires reading and interpreting work orders per FRA, AAR, company, and customer specifications, and following Guardian Rail rules.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate English.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to learn function-specific operational details and pass an exam.
• Ability to follow ARS/EHS, quality policies, procedures, and checklists.

Responsibilities

• Interpret job work orders to perform railcar or tank car coatings.
• Notify supervisor of materials/equipment needed to complete tasks.
• Work in a team environment with crew members and supervisor.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Read and write English

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Fit for duty & background check

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Maumee Repair Services - Maumee, OH 43537

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Entry Level

Summary Description

Guardian Rail 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 are currently seeking experienced Industrial Painters.

The general purpose of this position is to apply solvent and water-based paints to the exterior and interior of cars. Must ensure that all company guidelines are met and that all Guardian Rail rules are followed when performing duties. In addition, must be able to read and interpret work orders in compliance with FRA, AAR, company, and customer specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret job work orders to perform required railcar or tank car coatings
• Notify supervisor of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasks
• Interact with crew members in a team environment, as well as with supervisor
• Follow all safety rules, keep the work area clean and comply with all ARS Environmental Health and Safety Policies
• Complies with the company's Quality program by following all in-house quality processes and procedures and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations as well as any client-specific procedures.
• Perform general inspection of railcars for repair completion before painting.
• Perform final preparation before painting, including such tasks as caulking, taping, masking, etc. Cover car parts with protective covering materials (burlap, paper, cloth) to prevent pain overspray from damaging sensitive railcar components.
• Maintain all paint usage logs and record quantity used during painting application.
• Set up and operate various paint equipment including Cup Gun, Airless Spray, plural component system, and paint reclaimer.
• Conduct inventory cycle count of painting and blasting supplies.
• Mix paint to per vendor specification for proper spray application.
• Spray paint and hand brush paint rolling stock, car parts, assemblies, and subassemblies (interior and exterior) using various paint methods and products (water base, epoxy enamel, etc.)
• Gage wet and dry mill readings and record readings per ARS and customer requirements.
• Apply painted and vinyl stencils and decals as required.
• Understand and use decal machinery.
• Clean, maintain, and properly store equipment. Dismantle, assemble, and adjust finishing equipment, as necessary, to ensure equipment operates per the manufacturer's specification.
• Any other duties as assigned such special projects

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate English at a proficient level
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to learn function-specific operational details and pass an exam to demonstrate knowledge
• Ability to learn, follow and perform required recordkeeping of ARS EHS, Quality policies, procedures, and checklists.
• Knowledge of equipment and tools required to perform safe entry for cleaning
• Perform/ prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• The duties of this job require fully passing the fitness for duty examination in addition to a criminal background check and drug screen