Railcar Carman Helper

TM Track Machines is NOW HIRING hard-working, reliable individuals as Railcar Carman Helpers who are interested in starting a career in the railroad industry.  Our Carman Helper candidates must have basic mechanical skills along with knowledge of machines and tools required to weld, cut, and gouge. We are looking for candidates who work well with a team, fluent in English with good communication skills, and are ready and willing to learn.

4 day work week, Monday through Friday! Paid every Friday!

Position Description

The Railcar Carman Helper is responsible for assisting the Railcar Carman in removal, fabrication, fitment, and welding of railcar parts, components, and structures. This individual positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools. The Railcar Carman Helper ensures all company guidelines are met and all safety rules are followed when performing duties. Working safely and maintaining a safe work area are top priorities for this position.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Perform tasks assigned by the Railcar Carman related to job work orders, including required repairs and modifications to railcars
• Complete assigned repairs in an efficient manner and within the assigned timeframe
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding
• Notify management of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of assigned tasks
• Interact with crew members in a team environment, as well as with the supervisor
• Comply with all safety and environmental health policies & practice proper housekeeping by ensuring a clean work area
• Ensure TM Track Machines and customer quality assurance standards are met

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English at a high school level
• Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
• Knowledge of machines and tools required to weld, cut, and gouge
• Perform/prioritize multiple tasks with attention to details
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to read a tape measure

Work Requirements

• Ability to work in conditions that include loud noise, fumes, dirt, and heavy equipment in motion
• Work in hot and cold environment, in and out of the weather; work safely around heavy equipment and on top of and under railcars, as well as around railroad tracks
• Ability to transverse and work on uneven surfaces
• Ability to distinguish auditory signals with training
• Ability to change easily from one task to another (varying in nature) and deal with competing demands
• Ability to work in tight spaces, under railcars, track equipment, locomotives, vehicles, etc.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to: steel toe boots, eye protection, ear plus, gloves, hot work PPE, and fall protection
• Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: lifting (up to 60lbs), sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders

 We look forward to receiving your application!

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Omaha Track, Inc. and its subsidiaries encourage diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Omaha Track, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Omaha Track, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Omaha Track, Inc. is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran

HR reviewed 1/7/25

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