Rail Thermite Welder — Track Repair & Heavy Construction

RailWorks; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks is looking for an experienced Thermite Welder to repair railroad tracks in heavy construction environments. You will report to the Superintendent or Project Manager and perform Thermite welding, rail cutting, measuring, removal and replacement on active projects.

The role requires hands-on experience with rail welding processes, the ability to read and follow safety policies, and to coordinate with railroad personnel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Thermite Welding experience in a heavy railroad environment.
• Thorough knowledge of the Thermite Welding process and procedures.
• Certified by Contractor Orientation, ERail Safe and Railway Maintenance Machine Operation.
• Experience reporting daily activities to supervision via paper or electronic means (e.g., iPad).
• Experience in supervising a Welder Helper or small team.
• Experience communicating with railroad personnel regarding briefs and task completion.

Responsibilities

• Experienced in Railtech Boutet, Inc., Orgo-Thermit, Inc. Thermite Welding Processes.
• Experienced in Oxygen/Propane cutting and preheating processes.
• Rail track work duties: rail cutting, measuring, removal, replacement, switch configuration, track construction and restoration.
• Basic track work duties: spiking, anchoring and surfacing.
• Detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notifies supervisors.
• Operates equipment per safety policies, rules and regulations.
• Keeps records and prepares reports of maintenance work.

Skills

Thermite welding

Railroad industry experience

Safety guidelines

Team supervision

Communication with railroad personnel

Problem solving

Job description

RailWorks is looking for an experienced Thermite Welder to repair railroad tracks in heavy construction environments. You will report to the Superintendent or Project Manager and perform Thermite welding, rail cutting, measuring, removal and replacement on active projects.

The role requires hands-on experience with rail welding processes, the ability to read and follow safety policies, and to coordinate with railroad personnel.