Assistant Operator

Job Description It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has 30,000+ employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Who will you be working with? As an Assistant Operator with our Rail Flaw Detection (RFD) Team, you will work as part of a two-person crew to inspect America’s rail infrastructure. The RFD team inspects the steel tracks for internal defects not usually found by visual examination. This is a critical role in keeping our infrastructure safe by reducing the number of derailments caused by track defects.

How will you make a difference? As a Rail Flaw Detection Group member, you will be responsible for the safe operation and care of Rail Inspection vehicles, both on and off track. You will assist the Chief Operator in providing a quality test by adjusting track inspection speeds, active communication about upcoming track features, and flagging the defects as required by the host railroad. You will be the primary operator to repair the ultrasonic testing carriage and components. You will ensure the truck is ready for the next day of testing with light cleaning, refilling of water tanks, and ensuring the test components are in working order.

What do we want to know about you?

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of professional driver experience is preferred.
• Good driving habits and experience with larger trucks.
• Some mechanical ability/knowledge of basic hand tools.
• General computer skills, Knowledge of Office 365 and Microsoft Windows.
• Willing to be away from home for an extended period. This role requires frequent and extended travel (estimated ~60% travel)
• Previous railroad experience is a plus.
• Must be a team player and willing to do what it takes to make the customer happy in a safe and ethical manner.

What will your typical day look like?

• Extensive travel within the continental United States. This “Road Warrior” position requires extensive travel (up to several months on the road at a time).
• Conduct DOT Vehicle Inspection Checks before and after each trip.
• Drive Rail Inspection Vehicles on the road and on the rail in support of rail flaw detection activities.
• Maintains and submits accurate electronic driver logs, fuel reports, and any other required documentation.
• Assists the Chief Operator during testing activities.
• Maintain the Rail Inspection Vehicle’s test carriage.
• Marks defective rails with permanent marking pens, spray paint, and flagging tape.
• Light housekeeping duties to keep a clean work environment.
• Partners with the Chief Operator to maintain 5S
• Grease, lube, and tighten bolts, and repair or have repaired defective parts on the ultrasonic testing carriage as necessary – any adjustments or repairs would be under the supervision of the Chief Operator.
• Maintains accurate business expense records.
• Maintains the vehicle’s inventory by submitting monthly inventory and maintenance reports following specified guidelines.
• This role begins pay at $22 per hour **

What about the physical demands of the job? Work is primarily light duty and in an enclosed, climate-controlled vehicle, but requires the ability…