Overview
Employees must work towards qualifying to complete repairs and maintain all aspects of rail including frogs, rail-ends, turn-outs, switch points, and glue joints using arc, propane or thermite welding processes. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer’s weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment. Applicants will be considered for either a Welder or a Welder Helper position. Evaluation of job title will include relevant skills and experiences, interview results, and various other job-relevant evaluations.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Inspect all equipment daily to check for leaky cylinders, hoses or connections
Perform grinding tasks using power and hand tools
Assist other employees in changing out rail
Replace rail anchors, drive spikes and tamp ballast as needed
Clean work pieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust and grease
Monitor and maintain flow of gases, light torch and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame when making field welds
Apply filler rod to molten area to form weld
Repair or replace broken or cracked rail and build-up rail, trim weld, grind the surface of rail, and grind gauge sides
Inspect weld after grinding to check for hairline cracks or any visible defects
Operate propane torches and electric and gas welding equipment
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
Pay Rate
Welder Helper Hourly Pay Rate $30.23
Welder Full Rate Hourly Pay Rate $32.58
Training
You will attend three weeks of training in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED
21 years of age or older
Valid Driver’s License
Must currently possess a CDL or be able to obtain one within 60 days of start date
Preferred Qualifications
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class A or B
Experience in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and/or Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
One or more years of outside work experience (e.g. construction, heavy equipment op, farming, etc.)
Welding certification
Physical Requirements
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
Medium to Heavy Work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
Basic Competencies
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Mechanical aptitude
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
Job Requirements
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
Required to maintain this position for 6 months before bidding
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
Must successfully pass probationary period
Must pass all required assessments
Must pass a background screening
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
May require regional travel