GSMR Coach Maintenance - Carpenter I

Division/Department: Coach Maintenance 

Job Title: Carpenter 1

Reports To: Coach and Property Maintenance Manager and Coach Maintenance Foreman 

Type of position: Non-Exempt / Hourly 

Employee Classification: Regular

Location: Bryson City, NC

Compensation: $18-24 hourly, Depending upon experience and certifications

Benefits Offered: The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers a comprehensive Medical/Rx, dental and vision package with company-funded H.S.A. (for qualified employees), Parental Leave, Life/AD&D Insurance, Long/Short Term Disability coverage, Tuition Reimbursement, Train passes, a 401K with company-match and a generous PTO plan. Southern Highlands Attraction pass and Pass Exchange program for complimentary admission to area attractions.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Job Summary: Participates in the repair, restoration and rebuilding of railroad rolling stock (train cars) in accordance to Federal and Company regulations and specifications. This position would specialize in carpentry but have the willingness to learn and perform plumbing, electrical, welding, fabrication, painting, and HVAC. This role provided maintenance and rebuilds train cars from the wheelsets up. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Repair, restore, construct railroad car rolling stock including but not limited to windows, walls, HVAC, water and waste systems, woodworking, metal fabrication, electrical, masking/painting, and plumbing.
• Perform various types of structural and finish carpentry work on railroad rolling stock to include framing, trimming, flooring and installation of doors and windows and the ability to work with various types of material
• Ability to measure, cut, and shape wood, metal, and other materials accurately
• Provide routine maintenance to generator railcars. 
• Interpret verbal/written instructions and specifications to include reading blueprints while planning and laying out scope of work.
• Perform daily and periodic equipment inspections to identify repairs and maintenance needed. 
• Assists in the repair and installation of HVAC air conditioning and heat systems on railcars. 
• Compliance with GSMR procedures, safety, and operating rules.
• Work with other departments as part of a team to provide passengers/guests with positive memories.
• Other duties as requested.

Work Environment:

• Work on and off the train in varied terrain and various locations including all weather conditions during both daylight and dark hours. 
• Work within various shop settings including the railyard. 

Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:

• Ideal candidates must have a willingness to learn and gain additional experience and/or certifications.  
• Skills used will include woodworking, metal fabrication, welding, basic plumbing, basic electrical, painting, HVAC, and demolition. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
• Ability to be on your feet working for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to ascend/descend train steps/ladders and crawl on, under and around locomotive and passenger cars while performing needed maintenance functions.
• Good balance/equilibrium: walk on moving trains, graveled, uneven and/or sloped surfaces that may be wet/slippery while carrying items such as a flashlight, tools, and/or parts.
• Must possess organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload with a practical, flexible and innovative approach to work.
• Ability to communicate successfully with a variety of personalities and function effectively as a member of a team.
• Must have physical ability/agility to climb, crawl, stoop, and bend in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Must have the ability to work in confined spaces.
• Pre-Employment & Random Drug Testing program in compliance with company policy.
• Valid Driver License and the ability to pass DMV checks. 
• Must be able to successfully complete and achieve a passing score on a WorkSTEPS physical test and respiratory FIT test. 
• Must be able to complete and pass an internal skills test. 

Salary : $18 - $24