Traveling Railroad Carman

$49,920 - $58,240/Yr

Road & Rail Services - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Support Activities for Transportation

About the position

The Traveling Railroad Carman position at Road & Rail Services involves performing essential inspection and repair functions on railcars to ensure they are ready for transportation. This role requires mechanical skills, particularly in welding, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. The company emphasizes a supportive work environment and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcar for serviceability along with damage/fatigue.
• Identify repairs that can be performed by Road & Rail Services.
• Notify management of unserviceable railcars that cannot be repaired by Road & Rail Services.
• Perform authorized repairs to customer and AAR specifications.
• Lubricate railcars and stencil lubrication date on the railcar.
• Accurately record, either electronically or in writing, all repairs.
• Assist, as required, in the 'prepping' of railcars, including the use of backpack blowers, push brooms, vacuums, and various scraping devices to remove all debris and other non-hazardous contaminants from inside the railcar.
• Operate various types of mechanical equipment including small farm type tractors, all terrain vehicles, pick-up trucks, and panel vans.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required by site management.

Requirements

• Mechanical abilities with 4g, 5g, & Stick Welding experience required.
• Must be able to work outside in the elements.
• Must maintain a valid state driver's license if required to operate company equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools such as pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, and other equipment to chip and grind weld slag or spatter.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including Medical and Dental insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Paid Holidays and Vacations.
• Annual Steel Toe Boot allowance.
• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
• Veteran Friendly workplace.
• Promote from within mentality.