Shop Laborer

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Texas & Eastern Railroad - Shop Laborer

Position Summary

The Railcar Repair position is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing all aspects of a railcar in accordance with the Company, FRA and/or AAR Regulations. This is accomplished by performing all or any combination of the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: ​

• Demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Read and understand instructions, technical manuals, and blueprints.
• Maintain written and/or computerized maintenance records.
• Demonstrate basic math & mechanical skills, including reading of a tape measure.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: steel toe boots, eye protection, ear protection, gloves, hot work PPE, fall protection, respirators and a variety of protective suits.
• Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment
• Using multiple types of metal fabrication and hand tools in all positions without damage to adjoining parts.
• Observes radio and hand signals in accordance with railroad rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as requested or required.

Requirements and Experience:

• High school education or general education development (GED).
• Ability to pass training and required testing.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have the ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must have the ability to write legibly.
• Must be able to perform duties that require heavy lifting.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to have a flexible work schedule.
• Must have the ability to recognize problems.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and elements, noise, and fumes from gas, oil, and grease.
• Frequently exposed to heights that require fall protection equipment and required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.

Machines, Tools, Special Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment Used:

• Hammers, ratchets, chisel, pry bar, wrenches, and brushes.
• PPE; hard hat, vest, safety glasses, FR clothing, gloves, steel toed boots.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Welding: 2 years (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $39,001 - $53,315