Railcar Repairman – Jacksonville, FL Position Available In Duval, Florida

Railcar Repairman – Jacksonville, FL

Job Location:

Jacksonville, Florida, 32219

United States Office Location:

Onsite

Employment Type:

Hourly

Job Type:

Full Time , Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco. Here’s what you can expect from

Watco:

Award-winning culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
Competitive compensation and benefits
Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University Career advancement opportunities Description Responsible for rail car inspection and maintenance in accordance with FRA and AAR Regulations. Must re-rail cars and provide estimate damages at derailment sites, make out billing repair cards in compliance with AAR office manual, identify AAR/FRA violations when present on railcars. This is accomplished by performing all or any combination of the following duties: Must insure that all company guidelines are met, and that all safety rules are followed when performing duties. In addition, must be able to read and understand blueprints, make car repairs in compliance with

FRA & AAR

rules and keep good repair records. Should be able to perform foreign car repairs, as well as fleet car repairs. Must operate fork lift and work closely with other departments at derailment sites. May be asked to perform other duties as requested or required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ensures that all federal requirements and company guidelines are met, and that all safety rules are followed when performing duties.
Able to read and understand blue prints.
Able to perform foreign car repairs as well as fleet car repairs.
Complies with

FRA & AAR

rules when making car repairs.
Keep good record of repairs made.
Be able to operate mobile crane, wheel truck.
Work closely with other departments at derailment sites.
Performs other duties that may be assigned. Education and Experience High school education or general education (GED) or 3 to 6 months job-related experience; or equivalent of education and experience. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and elements, noise, and fumes from gas, oil, and grease.