Rail Car Repairman

Port Authority of NY & NJ • Harrison, NJ

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About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Car Equipment Division Supervisor or Foreman, the car repairman performs skilled car repair maintenance and overhaul functions including welding, burning, soft and silver soldering, pipefit t ing , carpentry, crane operating (including forklift and other lifting equipment) painting and all other car body repair functions associated with car repair. The work may require lifting and handling material s and equipment, climbing ladders, working at heights and using a variety of hand tolls and equipment including but not limited to pneumatic and electrically powered tools. Employees may also be required to utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including fall protections and respirators . Work is performed in accordance with FRA, OSHA , PA and PATH regulations .

Requirements

• High school, vocational diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Four years’ experience as a journeyman mechanic or Completion
• Experience using shop equipment, hand and power tools both electrical and pneumatic.
• Must be able to handle heavy equipment/tools, such as 3/8 to 1-inch impact guns, large wrenches, and torque wrenches, parts weighing 70 pounds, slings and hooks, portable and electrical lifts, etc.
• Knowledge and experience in arc welding and oxy-acetylene torch cutting.
• CFC Type II (selected applicants without a CFC Type II certificate must obtain within 45 days of employment)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and understanding of standard practices, methods, equipment, terms and materials used in the operation, servicing, repair, overhaul and maintenance to mechanical equipment/machinery.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates those machines necessary to perform assigned work in the areas of Car Repair such as grinders, drills, shears saws, sanders, welding equipment, impact tools and other machines and tools as necessary to perform repair work on car or away from the car.
• Performs work from blueprints and / or sketches.
• Uses shop machines, forklifts, cranes, jacks, lifts, precision hand, electric and pneumatic tools.
• Specific components include but not limited to rail car trucks, wheel and axle assemblies, car suspension systems, car body, doors, windows, HVAC Systems, ATC equipment, pantographs, car floors and sills, braking and pneumatic systems.
• Performs indoor/outdoor repair work and at times, in adverse weather conditions.
• Works in live railroad track environments with both AC and DC (650v) current.
• Works long hours standing at bench or operating shop equipment.
• Climbs on or under trains, reads small numbers or letters on test equipment, walks through yards and shop areas with unclear floor areas.
• Car Repairman work a 40-hour week, which includes working, rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, during inclement weather and overtime as needed.

Benefits

• The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED