What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Team Member - Westlake, LA position at R.J. Corman Railroad Group?
R.J. Corman Railroad Switching Company is seeking a Mechanical Team Member for our industrial switching location in Westlake, LA.
Responsibilities:
- Perform railcar inspections to identify defects.
- Perform railcar repairs per AAR standards.
- Track and document repairs as required.
- Ensure that vehicles and shops are kept clean and safe.
- Ensure that employees are working in a safe manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Job Requirements:
- Railcar mechanical experience preferred.
- Welding and oxygen/acetylene torching experience a plus.
- General knowledge of hydraulic and power tools.
- Must have good communication and people skills with demonstrated ability to develop team work with all levels of personnel in achieving our goals.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to perform physical strenuous work.
- Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80lbs.
- Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner.
- Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary.
Environmental Conditions:
- Performs duties in outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
- Frequent exposure to weather elements.
- Appropriate PPE required.
- Must be able to perform specified duties outside in all weather conditions.
Major or Unusual Problems:
- Must carry out responsibilities in a fast-paced RR environment.
- Requires efficient development and performance of processes; and requires ability to multi-task in a time sensitive environment.
- High visibility position requires professional demeanor in interactions with Supervisors, employees, contractors, and customers.
Job Dimensions:
- Must be able to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion.
- This position does not require supervision of fellow employees.
Why work for R.J. Corman?
- Safety is our #1 priority
- Competitive wages
- Benefits start day one – health, dental, vision
- Paid time off - accrual starts day one
- 401k with generous company match
- Company paid life insurance
- 8 company paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free workplace. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.
