General Purpose

 

Responsible for rail car inspection and maintenance in accordance with FRA and AAR Regulations. Must re-rail cars and provide estimate damages at derailment sites, make out billing repair cards in compliance with AAR office manual, and identify AAR/FRA violations when present on railcars. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

Able to use cutting torch in all positions without damage to adjoining parts, and complete 5F welding qualification test for pipe. Ensures that all federal requirements and company guidelines are met, and that all safety rules are followed when performing duties. Able to read and understand blue prints. Able to perform foreign car repairs as well as fleet car repairs. Complies with FRA & AAR rules when making car repairs. Keep good record of repairs made. Be able to operate mobile crane, wheel truck and forklift. Work closely with other departments at derailment sites. Performs other duties that may be assigned.

 
Education and Experience

 

High school education or general education (GED) or 3 to 6 months job-related experience; or equivalent of education and experience.