Welder

Overview

The person in this position is responsible for repairing and maintaining all aspects of the rail, including frogs, rail ends, turnouts, switch points, and glue joints, using the arc, acetylene, or thermite welding processes. This person also replaces rail anchors, drive spikes, and tamp ballast; assists other employees in changing out rail with rail tongs; operates electric and gas welding equipment to join a variety of metals and alloys such as aluminum, cast iron, steel, and bronze;

and follows rules and regulations, including safety rules, operating rules, FRA regulations, and AAR rules.

• Inspect area after hot work has been performed to detect and extinguish any live sparks or smoldering fires
• Inspect all equipment daily to check for leaky cylinders, hoses, or connections
• Ensure that fire extinguishers are filled before going out to the work site
• 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
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned, working as a Track Laborer or Welder as needed

• Knowledgeable handling of hazardous and nonhazardous waste products

• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience a plus
• Valid driver’s license required
• Welder certification preferred

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.