Painter W-S Paint

Progress Rail • Winston Salem, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Using state-of-the-art processes, painters are involved in the sanding, grinding, prepping, masking, taping, applying decals, and spraying of locomotives, railcars and other rail/locomotive components. The paint process covers the interior, exterior, underframes, and truck parts. These coatings vary based on the needs of each customer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Skill Level I – 0-1 years of experience without any technical education
• Skill Level II – 1-2 years of experience or Technical Certifications
• Skill Level III – 2+ years of experience
• Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools
• Ability to wear blast hood and required respirator and Compliance with medical surveillance program
• High School Education or GED

Nice To Haves

• Previous Railcar or Locomotive Paint experience
• Technical Degree in Auto body or similar paint program

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical equipment, forklifts, cranes, pneumatic and electric winches and manlifts consistently, accurately, and safely
• Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely
• Work with little or no supervision consistently, accurately, and safely
• Read precision instruments, and gauges accurately, and safely
• Keep work area clean and organized consistently and safely
• Use electric and air operated hand tools accurately and safely
• Operate overhead cranes accurately and safely
• Complete and document jobs in a timely manner per traveler requirements/QWI’s/work instructions consistently, accurately, and safely
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Progress Rail safety policies
• Perform all duties and responsibilities within time standards allowed
• Power wash & clean railcars, locomotive and other components consistently, accurately, and safely
• Prep and sandblast railcars, locomotives and other components accurately and safely
• Remove water, ice and debris prior to locomotive entering the blast booth
• Clean, mask and cover areas not to be blasted
• Wearing protective gloves, face shield and rain suit (if necessary)
• Wipe off rubber seals and locations requiring tape
• Set up hoses, compressors, lights, blast pots and other equipment and make sure all are running properly
• Daily inspection and preventative maintenance on all equipment and tools in blast area
• Use a variety of media (shells, glass, steel, silica) at approximately 120 psi to remove rust and paint from rail cars
• Read and understand work order and record repairs correctly
• Assist in prepping car for paint
• Fill and empty blast hoppers as needed
• Move parts around blast both as necessary
• Wear all protective equipment to include: Safety Glasses Hearing Protection; Protective suit; Protective gloves to prevent contact with lacquer or enamel thinners; Fresh Air Supplied Respirator with cooler; Safety harness
• Shovel new and old media from the blast areas and keep hoppers full
• Perform required bodywork, mud and glaze dents or grind marks, perform touch-ups and repair flaws
• Prepare railcars for paint/coating, including blast media removal and protecting items not to be painted
• Mix and prepare various types of paints and coatings
• Distinguish parts for painting consistently and accurately
• Spray surfaces with primer
• Apply paints/coatings to surface using pressure spray systems, according to customer and manufacturer specifications
• Clean and maintain all paint equipment and areas
• Apply decals, stenciling and touch-up painting on railcars
• Move units in and out of booths

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED