Railworks Corporation
Builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure across North America.
Welder Helper
Assist thermite welder in railroad track repair, handling tools, safety, and reporting.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Thermite Welder Helper is responsible for helping and assisting the Thermite Welder to repair railroad tracks in heavy construction environments. • Perform basic track duties such as spiking, anchoring, and surfacing. • Detect equipment malfunctions or defective materials and report to 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 repairs. • Work outdoors on railroad construction sites in various positions (flat, vertical, overhead). • Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, and crouching. • Lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 75 lb as part of heavy labor duties. • Operate under extreme weather conditions and exposure to loud noise, dust, and fumes.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸track repair
- ▸equipment inspection
- ▸safety operation
- ▸daily reporting
- ▸repair assistance
- ▸heavy lifting
What You Bring
• Experience with Railtech Boutet, Orgo‑Thermit thermite welding processes. • Proficient in oxygen/propane cutting and preheating techniques. • Skilled in rail cutting, measuring, removal, replacement, switch configuration, and track construction/restoration. • Minimum two years of thermite welding experience in a heavy railroad industrial setting. • Thorough knowledge of thermite welding processes and procedures. • Certified in Contractor Orientation, ERail Safe, and Railway Maintenance Machine Operation. • Understand and consistently follow all safety policies, rules, and regulations. • Wear required personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, boots, hard hat, and hearing protection.
Requirements
- ▸thermite welding
- ▸oxygen cutting
- ▸railtech boutet
- ▸2 years
- ▸erail safe
- ▸safety compliance
Benefits
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Work Environment
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