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railway car inspector

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Employer details The Essex Terminal Railway Company

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*Position Summary:* In this role you will be responsible for inspecting and repairing railcars to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Railcar repairs may include welding, replacing, straightening, and fabricating and painting components. *Duties:* · Examines railcar components for structural defects and obstructions. · Operate handheld scanner. · Turns hand wheel to test brakes and ascertain that they are in operating condition. · Inspects and tests air hoses for leakage. · Inspects wheel trucks for dragging equipment. · Prepares reports on findings. · Remove and replace couplers, airline gaskets, hoses, or other components. · Paint cars and components. · Inspect, repair, or replace steel sections. · Straighten or fabricate, then replace steel parts. · Operate acetylene torches for cutting and/or shaping metals parts and operate electrical and gas welding equipment. · Operate forklifts, Scissor Lifts, and other shop equipment. · Working at heights training · Working in confined space · Operate vehicles, pick-up trucks to transport workers. · Re-rail cars and locomotive by using re-railing equipment. · Tag cars in need of immediate repairs. · Put up Blue Flags at both ends of a track and lock the switches with private locks. · Perform other related duties as required. *Responsibilities & Qualifications:* · High School Diploma or equivalent required, college/university preferred. · Welding certificate is preferred. · Previous experience in rail car repairs an asset. · Ability to set priorities, establish and execute a plan of action. · Valid driver?s license with a clean driving abstract. · Good hearing and vision / Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude · Pass pre-employment medical / Criminal Background Check *Working Conditions:* · Working in a high-risk environment, exposure to heavy moving equipment. · Work takes place outdoors so workers may be exposed to various weather conditions. · Work may involve bending and lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis. · Ability to work flexible hours for extended periods of time. · Physically able to complete all tasks as assigned including repetitive movements through the duration of a shift. · Overtime and weekend work availability required. · Must work using all required PPE. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $23.72-$26.12 per hour Benefits: * Company pension * Dental care * Extended health care * Life insurance * Vision care Work Location: In person