Railroad Carman - Starting 23.00-28.00

Location

Kansas City, KS | United States

Job description

Road & Rail Services

Rail Road Carman

• Starting pay is between $23.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience!!

Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and rewards your hard work? If you're looking for a company with opportunities for advancement and growth then you're in the right place!

The basic purpose of position:

As a Railcar Mechanic, you will perform Mechanical repairs to Railcars. The ideal candidate will posses a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly recommended. The candidate must be a dependable and safety-conscious person. We would prefer someone with previous railcar repair experience but not required. Safety is the number 1 priority with Road & Rail Services so it is vital that all company guidelines and safety rules are followed and met while on the job.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect railcars for damage/ fatigue
• Identify repairs that can be performed by Road & Rail Services
• Perform authorized repairs to customer and AAR specifications
• Operate various types of mechanical equipment including all terrain vehicles and tractors etc.

Experience Requirements:

• Welding exp. highly recommended
• Strong Mechanical background
• Ability to use basic hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets etc.)

Physical, Mental & Sensory Requirements:

• Ability to constantly use bending, squatting, twisting, and walking motions throughout the entire work shift
• Must be able to work independently
• Ability to frequently open railcar end doors using pulling back force of 90 lbs. and pushing force of 68 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally climb, using various types of ladders, to heights in excess of 16 feet
• Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions

Skills, Licenses, Certification, and/or Special Training:

• Must maintain a valid state driver's license if required to operate company equipment

We Offer:

• A Full Benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401(k) Retirement plan
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• An annual Steel Toe Boot allowance
• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
• Veteran Friendly
• A promote from within mentality
• Yearly safety bonuses
• and much more!

Conditions of Employment :

Employment is conditional, based on a medical examination which includes a drug screen, and an examination to verify candidates can safely perform the essential functions of the job. Road & Rail Services requires a post-offer motor vehicle reference check, background check, and employment & military (if applicable) verification required.

Company Profile :

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services has grown and diversified to become a leading provider of rail related services in North America. Our network of skilled associates provides plant and terminal operating expertise as well as field maintenance of rail assets for railroads, rail shippers, and owners of rail related equipment and facilities.

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Salary

$23 - $28 per hour