Railcar Repair Technician 1

Guardian Rail, LLC•Longview, WA

13d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Guardian Rail is hiring Railcar Repair Technicians in Longview, Washington. The role involves using mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair various types of railcars and tank cars, ensuring their mechanical and operational integrity in accordance with customer and industry specifications. Candidates should have a safety and quality mindset and enjoy hands-on work in year-round outdoor conditions. The position offers a $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus payable over the first 12 months of employment and competitive pay based on relevant skills and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and blueprints.
Basic mechanical knowledge and experience with hand and power tools, including heavier air- and electric-powered tools and cutting torches.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and communicate effectively.
Basic math skills and ability to understand simple mathematical concepts.
Reasoning ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to pass a fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings.
Ability to perform physical work involving frequent standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
Ability to work in confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Carman or Railcar Repair Technician.
Certified E7018 welder.
Rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or mechanical assembly.

Responsibilities

Repair railcars in compliance with FRA and AAR interchange rules.
Conduct pre- and post-inspections of assigned railcars.
Follow company, OSHA, and other applicable safety protocols, rules, and procedures.
Comply with the company quality program and applicable AAR and FRA requirements.
Keep the work area clean and orderly in accordance with company, OSHA, and environmental requirements.
Follow written and verbal directions and work effectively in a team environment.
Understand railcars, their components, and shop work orders; assist with inventory control.
Assist in disassembling damaged railcars.
Perform basic mechanical repairs, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on railcars or tank cars as required.
Set up and operate hand and power tools and equipment, including air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines, and oxyfuel equipment for heating and cutting.
Perform interior railcar cleaning.
Complete documented training to set up, operate, or drive equipment such as forklifts, man-lifts, cranes, backhoes, skid loaders, hoists, or hydraulic booms.
Meet AWS D15.1 requirements for freight-car welding on carbon steel using GMAW, FCAW, and/or SMAW, as well as internal welding technology training and examination requirements.