Welder (Railroad)

American Track•Mulberry, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Employees will complete repairs and maintain all aspects of rail including frogs, rail-ends, turn-outs, switch points, and use thermite welding processes to connect rails. This job is often more GRINDING (Surface Grinder) than welding, so please keep that in mind. THIS IS NOT A TRAVELING WELDER POSITION.

Requirements

Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.
Able to lift heavy objects.
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb.
Work in extreme heat
Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis.
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Mechanical aptitude
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
Follow directions given by manager.
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work.
Complete annual training and pass safety exams
Must pass all required assessments (pre-employment weld test at Shop)
Must pass a background screening.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, 6” lace-up safety-toe boots with metatarsal protection, safety glasses, safety vests and other required (hot work) PPE.
Work out-of-town for periods at a time.

Nice To Haves

Experience in thermite welding and other rail related maintenance processes
Experience in new track construction processes
One or more years of outside work exp (e.g. construction, heavy equipment op, etc.)
Welding certification

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Inspect all equipment daily to check for leaky cylinders, hoses, or connections.
Perform grinding tasks using power and hand tools.
Assist crews on job sites in other rail related repairs such as changing out rails, changing crossties, etc. including labor or machine operating.
Replace rail anchors, drive spikes and tamp ballast as needed.
Monitor and maintain flow of gases, light torch and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame when making field welds.
Replace cylinders on work vehicle as needed.
Repair or replace broken or cracked rail and build-up rail, trim weld, grind the surface of rail, and grind gauge sides.
Complete thermite welds from start to finish.
Inspect weld after grinding to check for hairline cracks or any visible defects.
Operate torches, welding equipment and heavy equipment.
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.