Job Summary

Inspect and repair rail cars.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Inspect and ensure compliance with FRA, AAR, and Truerail safety standards and regulations.
• Identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action
• Welding and painting of rail cars
• Fabrication and general car construction.
• Run torch, plasma cutter, grinder, power tools, hand tools
• Inspect and perform airbrake tests
• Remove and replace couplers, wheelsets, draft gears, and yokes
• Inspect, replace and/or repair gaskets, air hoses, train line, steel sections such as side sheets, side posts, crossbraces, and underframing
• Paint cars and car components
• Ability to renumber/restencil car marks and decals
• Build and/or repair components such as freight doors, wooden floors, or interior walls
• Fabricate large jigs and fixtures and use them to assemble parts on car
• Straighten, fabricate, and replace steel parts such as: doors, door tracks, coupler pockets, etc.
• Operate light and heavy cranes, forklifts, and other shop equipment
• Operate various vehicles on the job site
• Travel may be required.
• Demonstrates proficiency in both production and quality
• Ability to work outdoors
• Must have reliable attendance, willing to work flexible hours, & work well with others

Pay Rates

Pay rate information is subject to change based on ability, experience and, if applicable, may vary by location.

Training

You will be required to attend paid training as required by True Rail. Please note that training may occur outside of your work location.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• Mechanical experience
• One-year mechanical work experience or training
• One or more years of welding and fabrication experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of welding and fabrication experience
• Prior railroad or Carman experience

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Mechanical aptitude

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on an occasional basis
• Walking long distances over uneven terrain
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis

Employment Conditions

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots and safety glasses
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination
• May require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug screen
• Must pass a background screening

Environmental Conditions

Work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights.

Safety Commitment

Safety is a way of life at True Rail encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by an extensive safety policy, True Rail works relentlessly to protect our employees, their families, and the communities we serve.

Drug testing

The candidate selected for this position must successfully complete a full physical including a drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position. All candidates' safety records will be reviewed and considered when evaluating the candidate pool.

Closing Statement

At True Rail, we are committed to offering our team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, unlimited opportunities for development, and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career.

True Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that supports diversity in the workplace.'

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mount Pleasant, TN 38474: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person