Thermite Welder

Welder

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Company Overview

Frontier Railroad Services has the unique blend of expertise and experience that will ensure customer satisfaction. Our leadership team has over 25 years specializing in railroad rehabilitation and construction.

Job Description

Perform welding work utilizing Railtech Boutet or Orgo-Thermit Thermite Welding Processes. Properly maintain equipment and follow all company and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) policies and procedures. Maintain valid driver's license, CDL preferred and medical card to operate heavy vehicles. Perform quality work with limited supervision on time and on budget.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).


• Basic track work duties; spiking, anchoring and surfacing


• Examines work pieces for defects and measures work pieces to ensure conformance with specifications.


• Performs routine preventive maintenance on small and large industrial equipment.


• Detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notifies supervisors.


• Operates equipment per safety policies, rules and regulations.


• Inspects equipment, diagnoses problems and notifies supervisor of the need to the repair equipment.


• Keeps records and prepares reports of maintenance work and cost of work.


• Inspect all equipment daily to ensure proper functionality.


• Perform grinding tasks using power and hand tools.


• Clean work pieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust and grease.


• Inspect weld after grinding to check for hairline cracks or any visible defects.


• Operate heavy duty trucks to carry equipment to and from the work site.

Physical Requirements:

Mobility to participate in frequent travel to and from the project location; ability to operate heavy equipment; lifting of up to 100 pounds in the performance of duties. Agility to navigate into confined spaces if necessary. 

Environmental Conditions:

Performs duties in multiple environments including outside construction project settings, in and around moving vehicles and equipment.  Exposure to weather elements; must wear appropriate PPE required for the project site.

Qualifications:

• Must have documented experience and proficiency welding in a railroad construction environment.


• Possess a current driver's license, CDL preferred and DOT medical card.


• Extensive travel is required. 


• Must pass drug screen including urine and hair screen.


• Must pass criminal background check.


• May be asked to pass practical skills assessment.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive wage.


• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits.


• Life insurance and disability.


• 401k Retirement Plan.


• Discretionary profit sharing bonus.


• Daily per diem in most cases.


• Hotel and travel expenses paid in most cases.


• Scheduling with an emphasis on work/life balance.


• Opportunity for advancement in our growing company.

Unfortunately, due to the volume of applicants, we can only contact individuals who are the best fit for the requirements of the position.

EEO Statement: Frontier Railroad Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Frontier Railroad Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or compensation