Welder Jobs

Job Summary
Employees must work towards qualifying to complete repairs and maintain all aspects of rail including frogs, rail-ends, turn-outs, switch points, and glue joints using arc, propane or thermite welding processes. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment. Applicants will be considered for either a Welder or a Welder Helper position. Evaluation of job title will include relevant skills and experiences, interview results, and various other job-relevant evaluations.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Assist other employees in changing out rail
• Operate propane torches and electric and gas welding equipment
• Inspect all equipment daily to check for leaky cylinders, hoses or connections
• Apply filler rod to molten area to form weld
• Repair or replace broken or cracked rail and build-up rail, trim weld, grind the surface of rail, and grind gauge sides
• Monitor and maintain flow of gases, light torch and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame when making field welds
• Inspect weld after grinding to check for hairline cracks or any visible defects
• Clean work pieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust and grease
• Perform grinding tasks using power and hand tools
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
• Replace rail anchors, drive spikes and tamp ballast as needed

Pay Rate
Welder Hourly Pay Rate $37.17/hour
Training
You will attend three weeks of training in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.
Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License
• 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma/GED
• Must currently possess a CDL or be able to obtain one

• Welding certification
• Experience in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and/or Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
• One or more years of outside work experience (e.g. construction, heavy equipment op, farming, etc.)
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A or B

• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Medium to Heavy Work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally
• 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

• Required to maintain this position for 6 months before bidding
• Must successfully pass probationary period
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• May require regional travel
• Must pass a background screening
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
• Must pass all required assessments
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.