Thermite Welder Helper

Job ID: 18527 

 

Position Summary 

 

The Thermite Welder Helper is responsible for helping and assisting the Thermite Welder to repair railroad tracks in heavy construction environments. 

 

This is a craft position and must join the local laborers or operators union.  This position is eligible for sick pay and overtime. Health insurance is available through union membership.

 

Pay Range: $25 - $30 / hour

  

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. 

  

General/Other Responsibilities and Duties 

  

• Keeps records and prepares reports of maintenance work. 

  

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 Thermite Welder.
• Experienced in communicating with Thermite Welder regarding job completion of task at hand. 

• Ability to assist Thermite Welder in a problem and help with 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.