What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabricator Welding Inspector position at Guardian Rail, LLC?
Guardian Rail, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is a leading freight rail services and transportation company. We employ nearly 800 employees in more than 75 locations across 26 states and operate the largest railcar services network in the industry, encompassing 11 large railcar repair facilities and more than 60 field services locations in addition to a rail services division that operates three short line railroads and a dozen contract switching and transloading sites. We are currently seeking a Fabricator/Welding Inspector for our Grand island repair facility.
The Fabricator / Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is responsible for performing skilled welding and fabrication work on railcars and related components while ensuring all welds meet industry codes, safety standards, and company quality requirements. This dual-role position combines hands-on fabrication work with certified welding inspection responsibilities to ensure compliance with AWS and AAR standards.
Qualifications:Key Responsibilities:
Fabrication Duties:
- Fabricate, fit, and assemble metal components for railcars according to engineering drawings, blueprints, or specifications
- Use various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Stick) and cutting tools (oxy-acetylene, plasma) to perform structural and cosmetic repairs
- Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, press break, shears, torches, and drill presses
- Ensure all work meets safety, dimensional, and quality requirements
Welding Inspection Duties:
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of welds on railcar components to ensure conformance with AWS D1.1, AAR, and other applicable codes
- Maintain inspection records and generate required reports on welding quality and conformance
- Conduct welder performance qualification tests and monitor welders for procedure compliance
- Interpret and apply welding symbols and standards from blueprints and technical documents
General Duties:
- Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and quality personnel to address weld quality concerns
- Adhere to company and industry safety practices at all times
- Assist with training and mentoring less experienced welders and fabricators
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and tools