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Newport News, VA, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Job Summary
Build, inspect and repair rail cars.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Weld and paint cars and locomotives
• Cut metal, sandblast, replace doors and general car construction
• Inspect car components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR) and CSX standards
• Identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action
• Inspect the securement of lading in open top or flat cars for compliance with AAR rules and measure high/wide loads to ensure railway line clearance
• Inspect and salvage parts from dismantled and/or scrapped cars
• Inspect and apply end-of-train device and perform airbrake tests
• Clean, lubricate and maintain tie-down devices and other special equipment on railroad cars
• Remove and replace couplers, draft gears and yokes
• Inspect, replace and/or repair gaskets, air hose, train line, bulkhead and other interior load restraining equipment, steel sections such as side sheets, crossbearers, crossties and underframing
• Paint cars and car components
• Build and/or repair components such as freight doors, wooden floors or interior walls
• Fabricate large jigs and fixtures and use them to assemble parts on car
• Straighten or fabricate, then replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, brackets, steps and patching components
• Operate light and heavy cranes, fork lifts, and other car moving shop equipment
• Operate various vehicles to the job site
• Rerail cars and locomotives by using rerailing equipment and perform other work associated with wreck service on the railroad
• Obtain information from computer regarding car characteristics, destination, lading, and repair records and/or to file data such as repair information, bad orders and car releases
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate

• Training Rate and/or Apprentice Rate - $36.85/hour
• Student Mechanic (1st 366 work days from start date at work location) - 90% of journeyman rate
• Student Mechanic (2nd 366 work days from start date at work location) - 95 % of journeyman rate
• Full Journeyman Rate (upon reporting to location) $40.93/hour
  

Training
You will attend paid training, which could be out of town. CSX will pay for travel and lodging as required by collective bargaining agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• One year mechanical work experience or training
• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of welding and fabrication experience

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Mechanical aptitude

Job Requirements

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is required.
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test

About Us

CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, one in which all individuals are valued, appreciated, included, respected and proud to be equal members of our team. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as our support for veterans and reservists. Take the next step and move your career forward with CSX.

CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

Closing Statement

At CSX, two of our five Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.