Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.
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This is an hourly union represented position. Local UE 506
Starting wage: $24.97
with a 10 year wage progression increase schedule:
Yr 1 $26.30
Yr 2 $27.62
Yr 3 $28.95
Yr 4 $30.27
Yr 5 $31.60
Yr 6 $32.92
Yr 7 $34.25
Yr 8 $35.58
Yr 9 $36.90
Yr 10 $38.23
Position Summary:
Layout, development and fabrication of various piping and structural iron and sheet metal, including weld and flame burn repair.
Major Responsibilities:
Fabricate, erect and rig iron work, sheet metal and pipe from blueprints
Troubleshoot and maintain steam, water, gas, hydraulic, sprinkler systems
Repair pipes for leak free seam
Work as a team to solve problems, plan and execute jobs accordingly
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
7+ years manufacturing experience
2+ years of mechanical repair experience
Ability to weld - Stick, MIG, TIG and Flux Core
Ability to read complex blueprints
Ability to understand complex math functions including decimals and fractions
Must be willing and able to work any shift
Preferred:
Associate degree in Mechanic and Repair Technologies
Weld Certificate
Self-directed individual
Functional Requirements:
Ability to climb repeatedly and work from heights off ladders, platforms and scaffolds
Repeated bending, reaching above head, climbing and kneeling
Repeated straight pulling and pushing
Prolonged standing and walking
Walking on slippery or uneven surfaces
Exposure to constant noise 90 DBA
Able to distinguish basic colors
Exposure to fumes/smoke from burning, paint vapors, and dust
Moderate to heavy lifting up to 45+ lbs
Must be willing to work in tobacco-free environment
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.