Job Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Weld and paint cars and locomotives Cut metal, sandblast, replace doors and general car construction Inspect car components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR) and CSX standards Identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action Inspect the securement of lading in open top or flat cars for compliance with AAR rules and measure high/wide loads to ensure railway line clearance Inspect and salvage parts from dismantled and/or scrapped cars Inspect and apply end-of-train device and perform airbrake tests Clean, lubricate and maintain tie-down devices and other special equipment on railroad cars Remove and replace couplers, draft gears and yokes Inspect, replace and/or repair gaskets, air hose, train line, bulkhead and other interior load restraining equipment, steel sections such as side sheets, crossbearers, crossties and underframing Paint cars and car components; stencil letters and numbers on cars Build and/or repair components such as freight doors, wooden floors or interior walls Fabricate large jigs and fixtures and use them to assemble parts on car Straighten or fabricate, then replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, brackets, steps and patching components Operate light and heavy cranes, fork lifts, and other car moving shop equipment Job Requirements: 18 years of age or older Valid Driver's License One year mechanical work experience or training High School Diploma/GED One or more years of welding and fabrication experience Carman apprenticeship Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb Walk long distances over uneven terrain Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications) Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions) Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills) Mechanical aptitude Job Details: Company: CSX Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Birmingham, AL, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here getyourvacancy.com