Apprentice Freight Car Repairer - Remote Training Available

About the Role

Join our team as an Apprentice Freight Car Repairer in this exciting remote training opportunity! As an apprentice, you will embark on a comprehensive three-year training program to become a skilled Freight Car Repairer. This role offers you the chance to gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in inspecting, repairing, and rebuilding freight cars while working remotely.

What You'll Do

• Conduct thorough inspections to identify defects, wear, and damages resulting from derailments or collisions.
• Carry out maintenance tasks, including conducting initial terminal air brake tests and pre-trip inspections.
• Repair structural components of rolling stock, involving tasks such as fabricating, cutting, or performing rough finish operations on metal and wood replacement parts.
• Fasten or assemble car parts through riveting, bolting, or welding.
• Remove and replace faulty components, such as trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, or air brake systems.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, welding, and fabrication by cleaning and ensuring proper readiness.
• Operate various tools and equipment safely and effectively, such as acetylene torches, non-power hand tools, power tools, electric and gas welding equipment, and other shop machines.
• Communicate technical information and job procedure recommendations to colleagues and supervisors.

Requirements

• Basic mathematic skills and a valid driver's license.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworkers and supervisors.
• Experience reading and understanding instructions, including operating and safety rules.
• Ability to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work on-call, overtime, and various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, pushing, and climbing.

Nice to Have

• Proficient in welding or possessing a welding certificate.
• Experience working in environments requiring personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work safely around large equipment, such as railcars and locomotives.

What We Offer

• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including educational assistance.
• 401(k) retirement plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 20% match up to 5%.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.