Railcar Repair Crew Leader

Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation LLC • Gettysburg, PA

4d • $28 - $32

About The Position

Responsible for overseeing worksite operations and crew as an assistant to the Operations Manager, completing high quality railcar repairs, modifications and upgrades in a safe and timely manner and according to customer and regulatory guidelines.
Customer Service – Ensure quality repairs are made on a timely basis to reduce out-of-service time for the equipment of host railroads and other customers.
Safety – Ensure every task is approached proactively with potential risks and safety always in mind and the proper PPE is utilized without exception while on the job.
Quality – Ensure quality work is completed that is compliant with both customer and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Leadership
• Basic mechanical skills
• Forklift certified
• Certified welder
• Air-test certified
• Keyboarding
• basic computer skills
• Microsoft Office
• Railcar Repair experience
• Relevant experience in the railcar repair industry.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Basic mathematical skills to include addition, subtraction, fractions and units of measure
• Reading comprehension to include reading blueprints, technical manuals and regulatory guidelines.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite operations and crew as an assistant to the Operations Manager.
• Interact directly with railroad leadership to coordinate railcar locations and work activities of the crew when Operations Manager delegates.
• Oversee day-to-day compliance with safety procedures when Operations Manager delegates.
• Analyze complex problems and determine appropriate steps to make repairs within regulatory and customer guidelines.
• Repair, modify, upgrade and clean railcars according to blueprints and other specifications using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Rebuild railcar components: bolsters, side framers, hitch heads, and box car doors using hand tools and power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Assemble subassemblies, major components and equipment. Check function to test for proper operation.
• Measure, cut and thread pipes. Replace air lines using hand tools.
• Move, align and set parts in place using a forklift or bobcat.
• Repair broken parts using hand tools and welding equipment.
• Drive company truck or vehicle to run errands or travel to another worksite.
• Purchase supplies with company credit card while following company guidelines for use.
• Provides estimates to customers when Operations Manager delegates.
• Enters car repair / billing information via electronic keyboard system when Operations Manager delegates.
• Retrieve information needed to respond to audit activities.
• Maintain a clean work environment. This includes any shop or administrative space and company vehicles.
• All other duties as assigned by Operations Manager.

What This Job Offers

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