Freight car repairer job description
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Example freight car repairer requirements on a job description
Freight car repairer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in freight car repairer job postings.
Sample freight car repairer requirements
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
- Operate heavy machinery and welding equipment.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of freight car components and systems.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Safely perform general repairs and maintenance on freight cars.
Sample required freight car repairer soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
Freight car repairer job description example 1
Norfolk Southern freight car repairer job description
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Date:Sep 19, 2022
Location: Decatur, IL, US, 62521 Normal, IL, US, 61761 Taylorville, IL, US, 62568 Springfield, IL, US, 62703
Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.
#LI-JR1
Job Description
Scope:Carmen's work shall consist of rail car inspection and maintenance in accordance with FRA and AAR Regulations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk long distances over uneven terrain and sit for extended periods of time; reach for tools and objects with hands and arms; climb in the back of vehicles; stoop, kneel, or crouch; in all types of weather conditions. The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and be able to demonstrate how to properly use basic mechanic tools. The employee must be able to demonstrate proper welding and cutting techniques indoors and outdoors.
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations.
- Inspect car components for compliance with AAR and FRA standards.
- Obtain information from computer regarding car components, destination, lading, and repair records and/or to file data such as repair information, bad orders and car releases.
- Able to proficiently use cutting torch in all positions.
- Must qualify in SMAW and FCAW welding processes that include 2F, 3F and 4F positions.
- Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car moving equipment.
- Operate various vehicles, maybe required to obtain CDL for operation of Rewheel truck.
- Rerail cars and locomotives by using rerailing equipment and perform other work associated with wreck service on the railroad.
- Straighten, fabricate and replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, ladder brackets, and sill steps.
- Repair, 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.
- Perform Class I brake test and Single car test in accordance with FRA Regulation 232.
- Inspect, measure, and secure lading in accordance with AAR open top rules.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned.
Technical Skills/Abilities:
- Understand oral and written communication
- Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Time Management
- Soft computer skills
- Mechanical aptitude
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical experience
- Welding and fabrication experience
Freight Car Repairer rate progression:
+ 1st 40 days of training: 50% of full rate
+ Next 204 days of training:75% of full rate
+ Next 244 days of training:80% of full rate
+ After 488 days of training:100% of full Rate 100 % of full rate ($32.98)
Work Conditions
This position is full time, shift work consists of: Irregular hours, including nights, weekend, holidays and occasional overtime.
Travel required for training.
Company Overview
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is a Fortune 300 organization and one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers.
We are a team of more than 20,000 employees working together to maintain our reputation as "The Thoroughbred of Transportation." As an industry leader, Norfolk Southern offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation and, gender identity. Together, we power progress. More information can be found at NS-EEO
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Date:Sep 19, 2022
Location: Decatur, IL, US, 62521 Normal, IL, US, 61761 Taylorville, IL, US, 62568 Springfield, IL, US, 62703
Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.
#LI-JR1
Job Description
Scope:Carmen's work shall consist of rail car inspection and maintenance in accordance with FRA and AAR Regulations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk long distances over uneven terrain and sit for extended periods of time; reach for tools and objects with hands and arms; climb in the back of vehicles; stoop, kneel, or crouch; in all types of weather conditions. The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and be able to demonstrate how to properly use basic mechanic tools. The employee must be able to demonstrate proper welding and cutting techniques indoors and outdoors.
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations.
- Inspect car components for compliance with AAR and FRA standards.
- Obtain information from computer regarding car components, destination, lading, and repair records and/or to file data such as repair information, bad orders and car releases.
- Able to proficiently use cutting torch in all positions.
- Must qualify in SMAW and FCAW welding processes that include 2F, 3F and 4F positions.
- Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car moving equipment.
- Operate various vehicles, maybe required to obtain CDL for operation of Rewheel truck.
- Rerail cars and locomotives by using rerailing equipment and perform other work associated with wreck service on the railroad.
- Straighten, fabricate and replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, ladder brackets, and sill steps.
- Repair, 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.
- Perform Class I brake test and Single car test in accordance with FRA Regulation 232.
- Inspect, measure, and secure lading in accordance with AAR open top rules.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned.
Technical Skills/Abilities:
- Understand oral and written communication
- Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Time Management
- Soft computer skills
- Mechanical aptitude
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical experience
- Welding and fabrication experience
Freight Car Repairer rate progression:
+ 1st 40 days of training: 50% of full rate
+ Next 204 days of training:75% of full rate
+ Next 244 days of training:80% of full rate
+ After 488 days of training:100% of full Rate 100 % of full rate ($32.98)
Work Conditions
This position is full time, shift work consists of: Irregular hours, including nights, weekend, holidays and occasional overtime.
Travel required for training.
Company Overview
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is a Fortune 300 organization and one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers.
We are a team of more than 20,000 employees working together to maintain our reputation as "The Thoroughbred of Transportation." As an industry leader, Norfolk Southern offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation and, gender identity. Together, we power progress. More information can be found at NS-EEO
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024