Carman In Training

Primary Job Functions

• Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc.
• Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment.
• Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter.
• Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools.
• Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or pass a Combined Basic Skills Test
• Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company
• Demonstrate job related computational knowledge; for example, be able to read a ruler
• Able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently
• Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions
• Safety and quality focused
• Willingness to wear required PPE at all times and always work safely
• Be available to work any shift, and be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including overtime, as allowed per the union contract

Environmental & Working Conditions

• Moderate to heavy physical effort involved.
• Lifts and carries necessary equipment to car to perform operation.
• Climbs, walks, and balances on top of car while welding.
• Possibility of exposure to x-ray radiation hazards.
• Must follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive wages, with shift differential pay
• Day 1 Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid disability
• 401k matching
• Annual safety shoe allowance and prescription safety wear
• Holiday and vacation pay
• Marmon employee discount program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee referral bonus and perfect attendance bonus programs
• Company provided uniforms