Rail Thermite Welding Assistant

RailWorks; Waynesburg (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Job summary

RailWorks is seeking a Thermite Welder Helper to assist the Thermite Welder in repairing railroad tracks at heavy construction sites. The role requires familiarity with welding processes and track work to support safe, efficient repairs.

You will perform rail cutting, measuring, removal and replacement, spiking and anchoring while adhering to safety policies and reporting daily activities to supervisors. This position is outdoors with physical responsibilities and exposure to weather and noise.

Qualifications

• 2 years of 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 Thermite Welder.
• Experience communicating with Thermite Welder regarding task completion.
• Ability to assist Thermite Welder and find cost-effective repair methods.
• Ability to understand and follow safety policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Thermite Welder in welding tasks and track repairs.
• Operate equipment per safety policies and regulations.
• Perform track work duties: rail cutting, measuring, removal, replacement, spiking, anchoring and surfacing.
• Identify faulty equipment or materials and notify supervisors.

Skills

Thermite Welding

Safety policies

Daily reporting

Communicate with Welder

Contractor Orientation

ERail Safe

Machine Operation

Job description

RailWorks is seeking a Thermite Welder Helper to assist the Thermite Welder in repairing railroad tracks at heavy construction sites. The role requires familiarity with welding processes and track work to support safe, efficient repairs.

You will perform rail cutting, measuring, removal and replacement, spiking and anchoring while adhering to safety policies and reporting daily activities to supervisors. This position is outdoors with physical responsibilities and exposure to weather and noise.