About this role
<p><b>Job ID:</b> <span>19862</span> </p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Benefits Offering</b></H2> </div><div><p>RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives. </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Compensation</b></H2> </div><div><p>Pay Range: $19/hour to $24/hour</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Position Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Reporting to the<strong> </strong>Shop Foreman, the Welder is responsible for repairing railroad tracks in heavy construction environments and performing shop fabrication and repair duties.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc" type="disc"> <li>Experienced in electric welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick)</li> <li>Experienced in the use of Oxygen/Propane cutting and preheating processes</li> <li>Fabricates and repairs components within the shop environment as assigned.</li> <li>Detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notifies supervisors.</li> <li>Operates equipment per safety policies, rules and regulations.</li> <li>Keeps records and prepares reports of maintenance work.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Required Skills and Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">A minimum of 2 years of Welding experience in a heavy railroad <strong>or</strong> industrial environment.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Thorough knowledge of the electric welding process and procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Certified by Contractor Orientation, ERail Safe and Railway Maintenance Machine Operation</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Experienced in reporting daily activities to supervision via paper or electronic means provided by the employer; such as iPad usage.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Experienced in communicating with railroad personnel regarding job briefs and completion of task at hand.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Ability to look at a problem and recommend the best and most cost effective means for repair.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Ability to understand and follow safety policies, rules and regulations.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Works outdoors at railroad construction sites and indoors in a shop environment.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Frequently works in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Uses hands to operate equipment and tools.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Performs heavy physical labor; may lift/carry and push/pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Exposed to harsh weather conditions including extremely hot and extremely cold weather </span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Exposed to loud noise, dust and fumes.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Company Overview</b></H2> </div><div><p>This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. </p> <p>RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.</p></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><em>RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard <span style="color:black">to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.</span></em></b></span></span></p>