Car Repairman

SUMMARY:
The person in this position builds rebuilds repairs and inspects railway cars according to AAR FRA and company regulations. He or she uses hand tools power tools and other measuring equipment required in the performance of duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety operations and the Federal Railroad Administration
Inspect car components for compliance with AAR FRA and company standards
Perform maintenance activity both scheduled and on-demand including air brake tests
Repair remove or replace defective components such as wheels safety appliances truck and brake equipment couplers yokes draft gears and air brake valves; weld broken parts or secure new parts
Prepare numerous written reports and forms including bad-order forms car-repair billing forms and dimensional-loading forms; prepare record of car repairs for monthly billing process
Perform rerailing and repair activities; make emergency and other repairs within yard limits on the road and at industrial sites
Repair remove or replace components with the use of jacks blocks cutting and heating torches and other hand tools
Inspect measure and secure lading in open-top cars
Operate forklifts light cranes and car-moving equipment
Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Cross training as a Switchman in Transportation is a requirement

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Two years of related work experience required
Ability to lift up to one hundred pounds
Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions in confined spaces and at elevated heights

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
High school diploma or GED
At least eighteen years of age
Welding certification
Valid drivers license; CDL preferred


This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or any other protected status under federal state or local laws.