Railroad Shop Laborer

2 weeks ago

Grand Forks, United States Northern Plains Railroad Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Carman/Railcar Repair Mechanic 1

Department: Total Trans Care/Mechanical Car

Division: Northern Plains Rail Services

Reports to: Facility Manager Car Repair

Job Status: Temp/Seasonal

Schedule: Varies. M-F, 07:00-16:00 with additional hours as necessary

Travel: 10%

Pay: $21.00/hr BOE

Summary:

The Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. (NPR) d.b.a. Northern Plains Rail Services (NPRS) and other affiliated companies Carman/Railcar Repair Mechanic Level 1 position will be working under the supervision of a Level 2 employee or Shop Lead/Supervisor to acquire the knowledge and skills outlined below in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities but are not limited to:

•Stencil letters and numbers on cars.

•Fasten parts of car using impact wrench or hydraulic bolt fastener for riveting.

•Remove and replace brake assemblies and brake shoes.

•Remove and replace uncoupling lever.

•Repair or replace steel sections such as side posts, rafters, crossties, panels, under framing, and piping using welding torch, electric welder, power wrench, and hand tools.

•Replace and/or repair gaskets, air hose, train line, etc., as required.

•Straighten and/or replace grab irons, handholds, still steps on cars.

•Maintain, repair or replace air brake pipes, valves, fitting, or other appurtenances.

•Remove and replace couplers, draft gears, and yokes.

•Clean and prepare surfaces of railroad cars or cabooses to be painted.

•Repair freight car sides, ends, doors and floors by burning, straightening, or patching.

•Pull, push, and position heavy equipment or car components when making or completing repairs.

•Other duties as assigned by foreman/manager.

•Ability to throw/align a switch.

•Ability to be trained as track mobile operator and/or groundman.

Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

•Good mechanical background will be required to become conversant with the General Code of Operating Rules, Safety Rules, AAR Rules and regulations, and FRA requirements.

•Welding and machine experience preferred.

•Apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

•Be able to read and understand safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools and equipment, and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands listed below:

•The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform on uneven or slippery surfaces, platforms, ladders, equipment in all weather and temperature conditions. Most of the day could be spent on feet standing. Eye/hand coordination, hand/feet dexterity and grasping hand tools, materials & equipment is required. The employee is frequently required to perform manual labor & physical activities that require considerable use of the whole body, such as standing and lifting from various levels.

•Additional physical demands are listed in the chart below.

Environmental:

•Continuous: Standing on concrete.

•Occasional: Vibration, noise, hot or cold temperature extremes, work at heights, uneven surfaces, shift work, paperwork, travel, smoke & dust, paint, cramped quarters & moving machinery.

•Wash rail cars outside in all weather conditions.

•Must wear correct PPE and masks for identified jobs and painting.

Education and Training:

•GED or higher.

•Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPR driver provisions.

Requirements of Joining Our Team:

Our comprehensive pre-employment process ensures the well-being and integrity of our team. To join our organization, candidates are required to:

1. Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment.

2. Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.

3. Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.

4. Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position.

We value transparency and the safety of our employees and customers, and these steps are essential in upholding our commitment to excellence.

LIFT 2 - Physical Demands Checklist

* Never (N) = Not at all * Rarely (R) = 1-5% * Occasionally (O) = 6-33% * Frequently (F) = 34-66% * Continuously (C) = 67-100%

TASKS

N 0%

R 1-5%

O

6-33%

F

34-66%

C 67-100%

Essential

Comments

Sitting

X

Standing

X

X

WalkingDistance:600ft

X

X

Bending/Stooping:2min

X

X

Sittingwhiletwisting& reachingaboveshoulderlevel

X

X

Crawling10ft

X

Squatting:10reps

X

X

ClimbingStairs:YMCAStepTest

X

X

NOTPassorFail

ClimbingLadder:30rungs

X

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