Carman Helper

TM Track is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value.  We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement in our 4 areas of focus:  Materials/Railroad Services/Equipment/Terminal Services.

Position Description

The Railcar Carman Helper is responsible for assisting the Railcar Carman in removal, fabrication, fitment, and welding of railcar parts, components, and structures.  This individual positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.  The Railcar Carman Helper ensures all company guidelines are met and all safety rules are followed when performing duties.  Working safely and maintaining a safe work area are top priorities for this position.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Perform tasks assigned by the Railcar Carman related to job work orders, including required repairs and modifications to railcars
• Complete assigned repairs in an efficient manner and within the assigned timeframe
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding
• Notify management of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of assigned tasks
• Interact with crew members in a team environment, as well as with the supervisor
• Comply with all safety and environmental health policies & practice proper housekeeping by ensuring a clean work area
• Ensure TM Track Machines and customer quality assurance standards are met

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English at a high school level
• Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
• Knowledge of machines and tools required to weld, cut, and gouge 
• Perform/prioritize multiple tasks with attention to details   
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions 
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to read a tape measure 

Work Requirements

• Ability to work in conditions that include loud noise, fumes, dirt, and heavy equipment in motion
• Work in hot and cold environment, in and out of the weather; work safely around heavy equipment and on top of and under railcars, as well as around railroad tracks 
• Ability to transverse and work on uneven surfaces
• Ability to distinguish auditory signals with training
• Ability to change easily from one task to another (varying in nature) and deal with competing demands
• Ability to work in tight spaces, under railcars, track equipment, locomotives, vehicles, etc.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to: steel toe boots, eye protection, ear plus, gloves, hot work PPE, and fall protection
• Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: lifting (up to 60lbs), sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TM Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.