Welder

Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:00 AM

American Track is seeking a Welder responsible for welding repairs and maintains all aspects of rail including frogs, rail-ends, turn-outs, switch points, and use thermite welding processes to connect rails. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, innovative, flexible, and excited to take ownership over the responsibilities of the position.

• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Replace rail anchors, drive spikes, and tamp ballast as needed.
• Set up and operate hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal Arc welding processes.
• Assist crews on job sites in other rail related repairs such as changing out rails, changing crossties, etc.
• Maintain track conditions using various welding procedures including, thermite pot welding, flux-core, mig, and stick arc welding.
• Apply filler rod to molten area to form weld.
• Monitor and maintain flow of gases, light torch and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame when making field welds.
• Repair or replace broken or cracked rail and build-up rail, trim weld, grind the surface of rail, and grind gauge sides.
• Inspect welding after grinding to check for hairline cracks or any visible defects.
• Operate propane torches and electric and gas welding equipment.
• Clean work pieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust, and grease.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Welding certification

Work Experience

Required:

• Proven experience as a welder in specific, thermite welding and other rail related maintenance processes
• Experience in new track construction processes
• One or more years of outside work experience (e.g., construction, heavy equipment operating, etc.)

Skills & Knowledge

Required:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent problem solving and hand-eye coordination skills.
• Deftness and attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret welding symbols and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of various welding techniques, including TIG, MIG, arc, and oxy-fuel welding