Railcar Painter/Sandblaster - Jacksonville, FL

Watco Transloading; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Railcar Painter/Sandblaster to join their dynamic team in Jacksonville, FL. This role involves using various sandblasting techniques to maintain railcars, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The company offers a supportive work environment with paid training and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. If you're ready to contribute to a vital part of the supply chain, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid On-the-Job Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Leadership Development Programs

Award-Winning Culture

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English proficiently.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment for safe cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Interpret job work orders for railcar coatings.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate tasks efficiently within assigned hours.

Skills

Sandblasting Techniques

Ability to Read Work Orders

Team Collaboration

Safety Compliance

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Sandblasting Equipment

Job description

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Jacksonville, Florida, 32219 United States

Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Hourly Job Type: Full Time

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• Career advancement opportunities

Summary Description

• The general purpose of this position is to use a variety of sandblasting techniques to the exterior and interior of railcars. Must ensure that all company guidelines are met, and that all WMS EHS rules are followed when performing duties. In addition, must be able to read and interpret work orders in compliance with FRA, AAR, WMS and customer specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret job work orders to perform required railcar coatings
• Coordinate and complete coatings in an efficient manner and within assigned hours
• 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 work area clean and comply with all WMS Environmental Health and Safety Policies
• Ensure FRA, AAR, WMS and customer quality assurance standards are met
• Any other duties as assigned such special projects

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and communicate English at a proficient level
• Ability to learn function specific operational details and pass an exam to demonstrate knowledge
• Ability to learn, follow and perform required recordkeeping of WMS EHS, Quality policies, procedures and checklists.
• Work in hot and cold environment, in and out of the weather; work safely around heavy equipment and on top of, under and inside railcars, as well as around railroad tracks.
• Knowledge of equipment and tools required to perform safe entry for cleaning
• Perform/ prioritize multiple tasks with attention to details.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to wear and care for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to steel toed boots, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, and a variety of protective suits.

Working Conditions

• With the exception of clerical, administrative, and some management positions, which require indoor work, the physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid and dusty conditions. May be frequently exposed to heights that require the use of fall protection equipment. Team members are required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.

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