Tank Car Repair Technician I

Paycom - ATS; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Guardian Rail is seeking skilled railcar mechanics to inspect and repair railcars to FRA and AAR specifications. You will perform basic mechanical work, welding, grinding, and touch-up painting while maintaining a strong safety mindset in outdoor environments.

Applicants should have hands-on experience in heavy industrial settings, read technical documents, work in teams, and follow QA procedures. Training is provided for equipment operation and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in industrial/heavy manufacturing.
• Able to read safety rules, operating instructions, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rules.
• Operate hand and power tools and welding equipment.
• Set up and operate equipment like forklift, crane, and hoist after training.
• Maintain clean work areas and adhere to safety and quality programs.
• Work in a team environment and follow written and verbal directions.

Skills

Railcar repair

Welding

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plasma cutting

Oxy-fuel welding

Huck welding machine

Job description

Summary DescriptionGuardian 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.Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to customer and industry specifications. We seek candidates with rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or mechanical assembly.We offer a sign on/retention bonus of $1,500, payable over the first 12 months of employment and a competitive pay scale based on skills and relevant experience. Candidates must have a safety and quality mindset and enjoy hands-on work in year-round outdoor conditions.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rulesLearn and adhere to all Guardian Rail safety proceduresKeep work area in a clean and orderly manner so as to comply with Guardian Rail, OSHA and environmental rules and regulationsFollow written and verbal directionsWork effectively in a team environmentPossess a thorough understanding of railcar and tank car, components and/or shop work orderUnderstand inventory controlAssist in disassembly of damaged railcars and tank carsApply FRA, AAR Interchange Rules when repairing railcars and tank carsMaintain a high level of quality with an understanding of Guardian Rail's Quality Assurance Program.Perform repairs such as, but not limited to, basic mechanics, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on various types of railcars or tank cars as requiredSet up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines and processes, and oxy fuel operation in heating and cutting processesComply with company's Safety Program by following all in-house and OSHA rules, regulations and proceduresComply with 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 proceduresComplete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, manlift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist or hydraulic boomMeet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight car and MSRP C-III Appendix R & W for tank car utilizing GMAW (Hard wire), FCAW (Flux Core) and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examinationQualificationsHigh-school diploma or equivalentPrior experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environmentMust be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprintsMust be able to write routine report and correspondence and speak and communicate effectivelyMust possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical conceptsMust possess reasoning ability to solve practical problemsMust be able to full pass a fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screeningsPhysical Demands & Work EnvironmentThe physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid conditions. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and low precarious places, as well as in confined spaces.The work type is best described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very physical, and without proper work planning can result in out of position pushing, pulling and lifting. Proper body mechanics, positioning and lifting techniques can be very important. Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks, and to use lifting equipment when and where necessary. The positioning of the work being performed can change very frequently.Various heavier air and electric powered tools such as car jacks, impact wrenches, and grinders are used daily. Work also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels, socket wrenches, and ladders. Cutting torches are also used, with welding equipment used upon qualification of employee.Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling and visual acuity, with color and depth perceptionAbility to work in a confined spaceRequired to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate