Cert Weld Inspect/Educator

Metra Rail • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service. Reporting directly to the Manager, AWS Certified Welding Programs, the Certified Welding Inspector/Educator (CWI/E) performs visual inspections on welded products and structures in progress and on completed components. CWI/E ensures welded products meet specifications for regulation compliance. The CWI/E also checks weld machine setup and the welding techniques of welders to ensure quality. Welding inspectors record the results of tests and welding inspections. In addition, the CWI/E is responsible for scheduling and tracking welder certification/education. Administer welding, welding safety and welding certification training to employees. Document, analyze and communicate results and assists with correction action recommendations. Participate on various Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Association of American Railroads (AAR), and American Public Transportation Association (APTA) committees as needed to meet the growing needs of the organization. Responsible for the safety objectives goals, and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends. Must be willing to travel within and outside of Metra's six-county region. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

• High School diploma or general education equivalency required.
• Associates degree in welding technology, engineering technology, engineering, or physical science is preferred.
• Must have five (5) years of welding experience.
• Must be certified or able to produce certification from the American Welding Society (AWS), for Certified Welding Inspector and/or Certified Welding Educator.
• Basic knowledge of precision gauges, calibration programs, ultrasonic measuring devices, and liquid penetrant testing required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to read and interpret assembly drawings, component drawings and schematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis in Word and Excel.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a railroad or railroad manufacturing environment preferred.
• AWS D15:1 - Railroad preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections on welded products and structures in progress and on completed components.
• Ensure welded products meet specifications for regulation compliance.
• Check weld machine setup and the welding techniques of welders to ensure quality.
• Record the results of tests and welding inspections.
• Schedule and track welder certification/education.
• Administer welding, welding safety and welding certification training to employees.
• Document, analyze and communicate results and assist with correction action recommendations.
• Participate on various FRA, AAR, and APTA committees as needed.
• Responsible for the safety objectives goals, and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Benefits

• Full pay ranges for candidates to consider their growth potential.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED