Welder Helper - Thermite Welding

RailWorksAberdeen, WA
Onsite

About The Position

The Thermite Welder Helper is responsible for assisting the Thermite Welder in repairing railroad tracks within heavy construction environments. This role requires a thorough understanding of thermite welding processes and general railroad track work.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 2 years of Thermite Welding experience in a heavy railroad industrial environment.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Thermite Welding process and procedures.
  • Certified by Contractor Orientation, ERail Safe, and Railway Maintenance Machine Operation.
  • Experienced in reporting daily activities to Thermite Welder.
  • Experienced in communicating with Thermite Welder regarding job completion of task at hand.
  • Ability to assist Thermite Welder in a problem and help with the best and most cost-effective means for repair.
  • Ability to understand and follow safety policies, rules, and regulations.

Nice To Haves

  • Experienced in Railtech Boutet, Inc., Orgo-Thermit, Inc. Thermite Welding Processes
  • Experienced in the use of Oxygen/Propane cutting and preheating processes
  • Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal, rail replacement, switch configuration, track construction and restoration.
  • Basic track work duties; spiking, anchoring and surfacing

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Thermite Welder in repairing railroad tracks.
  • Operate equipment per safety policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
  • Perform general railroad track work, including rail cutting, measuring, removal, and replacement.
  • Assist with switch configuration, track construction, and restoration.
  • Perform basic track work duties such as spiking, anchoring, and surfacing.
  • Report daily activities to the Thermite Welder.
  • Communicate with the Thermite Welder regarding job completion.
  • Assist the Thermite Welder in problem-solving for repairs in the most cost-effective manner.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Additional performance incentives
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