Mechanical Team Member - Counce, TN

R.J. Corman Careers•Counce, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing railcar inspections and repairs according to AAR standards and company procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with locomotive maintenance, documenting work, cleaning railcars, inspecting and operating doors, identifying repair needs, lubricating securement devices, and ensuring vehicle securement equipment is fit for service and properly stored. The position also requires assisting with hinge deck repairs, bridge plate maintenance, and ensuring company tools and equipment are accounted for and maintained. A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment, adhering to all company and regulatory safety requirements, and working mandatory overtime when needed. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
General knowledge of hydraulic tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
Valid driver's license required if operating company vehicles or equipment.
Must meet and maintain all requirements contained within company employment policies.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, customers, and contractors.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to hear work or safety instructions verbally communicated in normal speaking voice.
Must possess normal depth perception and have a normal peripheral vision in both eyes.
Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.

Nice To Haves

Railcar mechanical experience preferred.
Experience with freight car inspections and repairs preferred.
Welding and oxy-acetylene torch experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform railcar inspections to identify defects, damage, fatigue, and conditions requiring repair.
Perform railcar repairs in accordance with AAR standards and company procedures.
Assist with locomotive inspections, maintenance, and minor repair activities as assigned.
Track, document, and maintain records of inspections, repairs, material usage, and completed work.
Remove debris and contaminants from railcars using backpack blowers, scraping devices, and other approved equipment.
Inspect and assist in opening and closing railcar doors.
Identify repairs requiring mechanical intervention and communicate repair needs to appropriate personnel.
Determine lubrication requirements for railcar and vehicle securement devices and assist with lubrication of hinge decks, end doors, chock systems, and related equipment.
Inspect vehicle securement devices to determine fitness for service and properly store equipment within railcars.
Assist with repairing and lowering hinge decks.
Inspect, repair, install, and remove bridge plates.
Maintain accountability and preventive maintenance of company tools and equipment.
Ensure vehicles, shops, and work areas remain clean, organized, and safe.
Follow all company and regulatory safety requirements and promote a safe work environment.
Work mandatory overtime when operational needs require.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.