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Job description
Thermite WelderReporting to the Superintendent or Project Manager, the Thermite Welder is responsible for repairing railroad tracks in heavy construction environments. Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties Experienced in Railtech Boutet, Inc., Orgo-Thermit, Inc. Thermite Welding Processes Experienced in the use of Oxygen/Propane cutting and preheating processes Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal, rail replacement, switch configuration, track construction and restoration. Basic track work duties; spiking, anchoring and surfacing Detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notifies supervisors. Operates equipment per safety policies, rules and regulations. Keeps records and prepares reports of maintenance work. Required Skills and Qualifications A minimum of 2 years of Thermite Welding experience in a heavy railroad industrial environment. Thorough knowledge of the Thermite Welding process and procedures. Certified by Contractor Orientation, ERail Safe and Railway Maintenance Machine Operation Experienced in reporting daily activities to supervision via paper or electronic means provided by the employer: such as iPad usage. Experienced in managing an employee; Welder Helper Experienced in communicating with railroad personnel regarding job briefs and completion of task at hand. Ability to look at a problem and recommend the best and most cost effective means for repair. Ability to understand and follow safety policies, rules and regulations. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Works outdoors at railroad construction sites. Frequently works in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches. Uses hands to operate equipment and tools. Performs heavy physical labor; may lift/carry and push/pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Exposed to harsh weather conditions including extremely hot and extremely cold weather. Exposed to loud noise, dust and fumes. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company.
Worksite address
chehalis, WA, 98532, US
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