Railroad Shop Carman
Railroad Shop Carman
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Description: Shop Carmen duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Performs inspection testing and maintenance of locomotives and passenger cars in accordance with federal regulations and SSL standards and guidelines
- Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures. Makes appropriate repairs or replacements
- Repairs doors windows interior equipment access panels hand brakes brake shoes outside car body components bolsters underframes side sills fire extinguishers emergency tools and first aid kits wheel sets brakes brake pads suspensions pneumatic systems and signage
- Uses a variety of test equipment to diagnose malfunctions troubleshoot and repair components and systems
- Maintains proper care and use of materials test equipment machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job
- May perform welding painting stenciling decaling and burning
- Cut metal sandblast and replace various car components
- General railroad car construction and rebuilding tasks
- Inspect and salvage parts from dismantled and/or sped cars.
- Clean lubricate and maintain railroad equipment
- Remove and replace couplers draft gears and yokes in conjunction with any other ancillary parts and equipment
- Fabricate jigs and fixtures for use in assembling parts on railroad cars
- Straighten fabricate or repair steel parts such as grab irons handholds ladders brackets steps and patching components.
- Operate cranes forklifts and other shop equipment.
- Assemble disassemble troubleshoot repair and replace passenger car interiors including but not limited to seating windows walls roofs and toilet systems HVAC systems and associated items.
- Other duties as assigned
- Must be in good physical health to fulfill the essential functions of the assignment with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must have some welding skills and skills with the use of hand tools.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude; sufficient reading and comprehension skills to be able to perform the essential functions including but not limited to the understanding and application of Federal and SSL standards and regulations.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings Diagrams.
- Knowledge and skill in the use of computers electronic tools and hand tools to be able to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to read write and communicate clearly and fluently so as to understand and follow the General Code of Operating Rules communicate essential operational and safety information and pass periodic rule/safety/technical examinations.
- Mechanical aptitude experience operating heavy moving machinery experience with cleaning good physical strength and endurance and good interpersonal skills when interacting with supervisors and other employees.
- Flexible about unexpected changes in work assignments or priorities.
- Ability to work in Michigan City or surrounding areas that SSL provides service. based on seniority and needs of the service.
- Valid motor vehicle license and reliable transportation to and from Assigned work area.
- Must be able to pass drug test physical examination and satisfactory background check as a condition subsequent to any offer of employment.
Environmental Conditions:Work is primarily indoors in an industrial shop facility. The positions are primarily MondayFriday on first shift. Second shift though third shift and weekend work may be required. Work surfaces may be uneven at times and may require using a ladder or welding tools. Levels of activity vary from moderate to intense. Stressful situations may occur. Exposure to heat cold and humidity is common.
Salary and Benefits: Wages start at $30.69/hour. The current maximum hourly rate of $34.10 will be reached after two years of employment. Benefits include pensions tuition reimbursement medical care dental care college tuition reimbursement and life insurance.
How to Apply:Complete the application andsubmit a written resume outlining education training experience and work history. A cover letter outlining the reasons why you are interested and why you believe you are best qualified is encouraged but not required.
Apply early for the best chance of consideration; the District reserves the option to close this position at any time.
NICTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
NICTD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class assuming the individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
NICTDs complete EEO Policy Statement is available upon request to the Districts EEO Officer Ms. Laura Harrington atext 219; email:
Applicant Note: This application form is intended for use in evaluating your qualifications for employment. It is not an employment contract. Please answer all questions completely and to the best of your ability. False or misleading statements are grounds for refusal or termination of employment and benefits.
Applicants are considered without regard to race color religion national origin gender age disability marital status veteran status sexual orientation citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law in all employment decisions.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
