Car Repairman II

Primary Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc.

• Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment.

• Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter.

• Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools.

• Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required.

• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or ability to pass a Combined Basic Skills Assessment Test

• Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly documents

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

• Ability to work any shift, including overtime, as permitted by the union contract

• Dependable attendance and reliability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Welding certifications

• Experience in an Industrial Repair or Manufacturing environment.

• Rail industry experience

• Valve and fittings experience

• Tank car knowledge or experience

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Work is performed in an industrial railcar repair environment involves regular exposure to challenging physically demanding and environmental conditions.

• Duties may be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heat, and noise is common

• Job requires moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting, climbing, working at heights, and working in confined spaces

• Must be able to enter tank cars through 20‑inch manway openings

• Manual dexterity and physical coordination required for tool and equipment operation

• Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills

• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols

• Vision correctable to 20/30 for inspection tasks

• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime as required.

Disclaimer:

Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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