Locomotive Paint/Sandblast III

Progress Rail • Patterson, GA

12d

About The Position

Progress Rail’s Locomotive Paint/Sandblast III role involves preparing, sandblasting, painting, and applying decals to locomotives, railcars, and their components using established processes and customer and manufacturer specifications. Work covers locomotive interiors, exteriors, underframes, and truck parts, with coatings varying according to customer requirements. The employee operates and maintains blast-area and paint equipment, completes work orders and documentation, and follows safety procedures while working with little or no supervision.

The position requires work in and around active tracks, railcars, locomotives, and moving equipment. The environment includes varied surfaces and heights, confined spaces, all weather conditions, and high noise and dust levels. Required protective equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection, protective suits and gloves, a fresh-air-supplied respirator, and a safety harness as applicable.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience for Skill Level III.
• Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools.
• Ability to wear a blast hood and required respirator and comply with the medical surveillance program.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms.
• Ability to work alone in a noisy, dusty environment while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work at varied heights, on varied surfaces, and in confined spaces and all weather conditions.
• Must abide by safety protocols and use required personal protective equipment in a safety-sensitive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous railcar or locomotive paint experience.
• Technical degree in auto body or a similar paint program.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical equipment, forklifts, cranes, pneumatic and electric winches, manlifts, overhead cranes, and electric- and air-operated hand tools safely and accurately.
• Follow written instructions, scopes of work, QWIs, work orders, and traveler requirements; document completed jobs and repairs accurately and on time.
• Read precision instruments and gauges; work with little or no supervision; keep the work area clean and organized; and comply with Progress Rail safety policies and time standards.
• Power wash and clean locomotives and components; remove water, ice, and debris before units enter the blast booth.
• Prepare and sandblast locomotives and components; mask and cover areas not to be blasted; set up hoses, compressors, lights, blast pots, and related equipment; and use blasting media at approximately 120 psi to remove rust and paint.
• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on blast-area equipment and tools; fill and empty blast hoppers, move parts as needed, and shovel media to keep hoppers full.
• Apply lacquer or enamel thinner and wipe rubber seals and other locations requiring tape.
• Perform bodywork, mud and glaze dents or grind marks, touch up surfaces, and repair flaws.
• Prepare surfaces for paint or coating by removing blast media and protecting areas not to be painted.
• Mix and prepare paints and coatings, identify parts for painting, and spray primer and coatings using pressure spray systems in accordance with customer and manufacturer specifications.
• Clean and maintain paint equipment and work areas; apply decals and stenciling and perform touch-up painting on railcars.
• Move units in and out of booths.
• Wear required protective equipment and comply with safety protocols, medical screenings, and the medical surveillance program.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no waiting period, and immediate vesting.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance; an HDHP and HSA with seed money.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Time-Off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Site-specific production and incentive plans.
• Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans.
• Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed