Job description
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at:
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
http://www.WabtecCorp.com
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It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
POSITION SUMMARY
Assemble and teardown as required on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment. Candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other Co-Workers and Management. Good communication skills are necessary.
ASSEMBLY/TEARDOWN PRINCIPAL DUTIES
Teardown, Parts Preparation, and Assemble-60%
- Clean parts as required using solvent tank or pressure washer
- Determine identity and locate components and transport them to work area
- Obtain necessary tools and equipment
- Plan assembly and wiring sequence for point to point, direct or harness wiring
- Lubricate, change fluids/filters, and fuel machinery
- Assemble and build experimental machines as directed
- Setup, align and assemble parts, sub-assemblies and complete machine with emphasizes on quality
- Handle material, tools and equipment manually or with jib crane, performing own hitching as required
- Determine identity and locate components and transport them to work area
- Obtain necessary tools and equipment
- Rebuild machinery and clean, repair, reassemble, and adjust machine as necessary
Fabricate-20%
- Spray paint parts as required using aerosol paint
- Layout, cut and fit parts as required to weld in place
- Obtain material, tools and Equipment to fabricate parts as needed
Other -20%
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
- Keep tools, equipment and work area clean and orderly. Work in a safe manner.
- Prepare machinery for shipping
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience: H.S. Diploma or equivalent along with a minimum of 3 years of experience with similar responsibilities. Trade school and/or college classes may be substituted for experience.
Skills:
- Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics
- Knowledge of hand tools and their proper use
- Ability to use electric or pneumatic tools safely
- Safely drive forklift using proper guidelines
- Ability to safely operate speed swing using proper guidelines
- Ability to operate a jib crane safely
- Ability to layout, drill and tap holes
- Ability to make parts as needed
- Knowledge of some basic electrical wiring skills
- Knowledge of air arcing, gas cutting and plasma cutting
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Requires full range of body motion, using all extremities, ability to walk unassisted, normal fine motor dexterity and normal strength
- Normal, correctable vision ability is required
- Requires the ability to frequently climb, stoop and bend.
Required Safety Equipment:
- Safety glasses with side shields
- Steel toed safety shoes with non-skid soles
- Hearing protection as required
- Face shield/jacket/gloves as required
- Respirator while sanding/grinding
- Any additional PPE as required to maintain a safe environment
WORKING CONDITIONS: Manufacturing shop environment subject to moderate noise, oil, grease and dirt. Individual must be able to work in an outdoor environment as needed in inclement weather. Work hours vary according to workload.
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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