Railcar Maintenance Technician: Welding & Brake Expert

Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board; Ballwin (MO, MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. in Ballwin, Missouri, is seeking a skilled carman to ensure compliance with FRA rules and railroad safety standards. You will inspect components, perform maintenance, weld or replace parts, and prepare repair records for billing.

CDL preferred and welding certification required; journeyman carman is a plus. Responsibilities include rerailing and on-site repairs across yard, road, and industrial sites, operating basic car-moving equipment, and assisting with various

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least eighteen years of age.
• Welding certification.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Four-year journeyman carman preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration.
• Inspect car components for compliance with AAR, FRA, and company standards.
• Perform maintenance activity, both scheduled and on-demand, including air brake tests.
• Repair, remove, or replace defective components such as wheels, safety appliances, truck and brake equipment, couplers, yokes, draft gears, and air brake valves; weld broken parts or secure new parts.
• Prepare numerous written reports and forms, including bad-order forms, car-repair billing forms, and dimensional-loading forms; prepare record of car repairs for monthly billing process.
• Perform rerailing and repair activities; make emergency and other repairs within yard limits, on the road, and at industrial sites.
• Repair, remove, or replace components with the use of jacks, blocks, cutting and heating torches, and other hand tools.
• Inspect, measure, and secure lading in open-top cars.
• Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car-moving equipment.
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Two years of related work experience

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Work outside in all weather conditions

Confined spaces & elevated heights

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification

Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred

Four-year journeyman carman preferred

At least eighteen years of age

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. in Ballwin, Missouri, is seeking a skilled carman to ensure compliance with FRA rules and railroad safety standards. You will inspect components, perform maintenance, weld or replace parts, and prepare repair records for billing.

CDL preferred and welding certification required; journeyman carman is a plus. Responsibilities include rerailing and on-site repairs across yard, road, and industrial sites, operating basic car-moving equipment, and assisting with various