Welder Helper - Thermite Welding

RailWorks•Aberdeen, WA

6d•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.