Description Company / Benefits Overview: Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team u2014 part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers. At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below: + Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth + Life Insurance + Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance + Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans + Employee Assistance Program + Railroad Retirement + 401(k) Retirement Plan + On the Job Training + Paid Time Off + Tuition Reimbursement and more Benefits are subject to change SUMMARY: The person in this position builds, rebuilds, repairs, and inspects railway cars according to AAR, FRA, and company regulations. He or she uses hand tools, power tools, and other measuring equipment required in the performance of duties.RESPONSIBILITIES:u2022Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administrationu2022Inspect car components for compliance with AAR, FRA, and company standardsu2022Perform maintenance activity, both scheduled and on-demand, including air brake testsu2022Repair, remove, or replace defective components such as wheels, safety appliances, truck and brake equipment, couplers, yokes, draft gears, and air brake valves; weld broken parts or secure new parts u2022Prepare numerous written reports and forms, including bad-order forms, car-repair billing forms, and dimensional-loading forms; prepare record of car repairs for monthly billing processu2022Perform rerailing and repair activities; make emergency and other repairs within yard limits, on the road, and at industrial sitesu2022Repair, remove, or replace components with the use of jacks, blocks, cutting and heating torches, and other hand toolsu2022Inspect, measure, and secure lading in open-top carsu2022Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car-moving equipment u2022Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:u2022Two years of related work experience requiredu2022Ability to lift up to one hundred poundsu2022Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel preferredu2022Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at elevated heightsREQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:u2022High school diploma or GEDu2022At least eighteen years of ageu2022Welding certificationu2022Valid driveru2019s license; CDL preferredu2022Four-year journeyman carman preferredThis position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.
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Car Repairman