View company benefit information at Employment Midwest Railcar Repair, Inc (mwrail.com)

Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

Individual will repair and/or rebuild railcars to specifications. The repairs generally require welding, metal working, and mechanical skills while under the guidance of a lead person, foreman/supervisor.

Education:

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  High School Diploma or GED.
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  Welding experience and/or training helpful.

Other requirements:

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  Individuals must pass a pre-employment drug test.
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  During the first 90 days of employment, the employee will receive a 30, 60 and 90 day review; given by their supervisor.
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  Employee will receive study guides upon hire and will complete a written test at 30, 60 and 90 days. The employee is expected to successfully complete each of the tests.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

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  Repairing and/or rebuilding railcars to specifications using the proper methods, tools and procedures; includes welding, metal working, and mechanical skills.
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  Proficient at using a variety of tools including but not limited to welders, carbon arc, cutting torches, grinders, pneumatic/hydraulic tools, torque wrenches, huck guns.
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  Ability to read and interpret documents including but not limited to work orders, operating procedures, and safety rules.
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  Ability to follow directions whether written or oral.
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  Ability to complete necessary paperwork legibly and according to specifications.
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  Ability to operate yard vehicles in a safe manner. Yard vehicles to include bobcat, forklift and scissor lift.
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  Ability to climb and work at heights of 14 feet or more to complete repair work.
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  Ability to work in confined spaces that may require but not limited to crawling, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling.
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  Regular, reliable attendance and pun
  
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  Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.

Other Skills and Abilities:

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  Mechanical aptitude.
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  Individual demonstrates a positive attitude, willingness to learn and displays a strong desire to succeed.
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  Individual displays excellent comprehension and retention.
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  Ability to foresee what work needs to be done and then prioritize the work to complete the work in an efficient and timely manner.
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  Ability to work efficiently and communicate effectively with others.
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  Ability to work independently and function in a team environment.
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  Individual needs to exhibit a strong positive safety attitude towards work, rules and safety of others.
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  Ability to do basic math and measurements.
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  Ability to communicate, understand and read in English.

Physical Demands:

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  Body Positions: Sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, lying on back or front, working in confined spaces and working at heights of 14 feet or more.
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  Body Movements: Walking, crawling, turning of head and body, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling.
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  Torso, arms and fingers. Lifting up to 75 pounds occasionally, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Assisted lifting (human or mechanical) 75 pounds to 100 pounds, climbing, gripping/grasping, pulling, pushing, reaching.

Reporting Relationships:

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  Reports to Foreman/Supervisor, Lead Person

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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  This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Individual may be asked to assist in the training of new employees.

Training:

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  On-the-job training and constructive feedback provided.
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  Continuing education and training on company and rail industry standards and procedures.

Working Conditions:

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  Repair work is performed inside the repair shop as well as outside. Inside temperatures will vary throughout the seasons.
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  Each employee is required to provide their own safety toed boots. Boots must be above the ankle and composed of leather, with no mesh.
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  The company will provide the necessary tools and equipment to complete the work.