Welder Helper

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider, offering over 100 years of experience and a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment.

About the role

The Thermite Welder Helper assists the Thermite Welder in repairing railroad tracks within heavy construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Railtech Boutet, Inc. and Orgo-Thermit, Inc. Thermite Welding Processes.
• Use Oxygen/Propane cutting and preheating processes.
• Perform general railroad track work, including rail cutting, measuring, removal, replacement, switch configuration, track construction, and restoration.
• Handle basic track work duties such as spiking, anchoring, and surfacing.
• Detect faulty equipment operation or defective materials and notify supervisors.
• Operate equipment in compliance with safety policies, rules, and regulations.
• Report daily activities to the Thermite Welder and communicate job completion status.
• Assist the Thermite Welder in problem-solving and cost-effective repair solutions.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to understand and follow safety policies, rules, and regulations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works outdoors at railroad construction sites in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Frequently works in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Regularly stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches.
• Uses hands to operate equipment and tools.
• Performs heavy physical labor; may lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Exposed to loud noise, dust, and fumes.
• Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Additional performance incentives.

Pay

$18.20 per hour.