Railcar Technician

Railcar Technician $25/Hour
Location: Hastings, NE
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday Thursday, 6: 00 AM 4: 30 PM | Friday Overtime as Needed
Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire
Build Your Career as a Railcar Technician in Hastings, NE!
Associated Staffing is hiring an experienced Railcar Technician for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Hastings, NE! Earn $25.00 per hour while working a four-day schedule with opportunities for Friday overtime.

We're looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals with strong welding and mechanical experience who enjoy hands-on work in an industrial environment. This position offers the opportunity for a pay increase and benefits upon permanent hire based on performance.
Job Responsibilities

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  Assist with railcar repairs, welding, maintenance and general shop operations.
  
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  Operate industrial blasting equipment to remove rust, paint, scale and other materials from railcars.
  
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  Prepare railcar surfaces for painting, coating and finishing.
  
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  Inspect and clean railcars before and after blasting operations.
  
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  Use grinders, sanding equipment, power tools and other industrial equipment.
  
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  Mask and protect railcar components during blasting and finishing processes.
  
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  Assist painters with surface preparation, caulking, taping and finishing tasks.
  
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  Maintain, adjust and clean blasting equipment, hoses, nozzles and grit recovery systems.
  
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  Perform general shop labor, including work in the wash bay and assisting other departments.
  
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  Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
  

Qualifications

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  Strong welding and mechanical experience required.
  
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  Stable work history with previous positions held for two or more years preferred.
  
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  Experience using hand tools, power tools and industrial equipment.
  
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  Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
  
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  Ability to safely use fall-protection equipment, including safety harnesses.
  
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  Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  
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  Basic math, reading and writing skills.
  
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  Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  
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  Dependable attendance, strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team.
  
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  Steel-toed boots required.
  

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

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  Starting Pay: $25.00/hour
  
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  Schedule: Monday Thursday, 6: 00 AM 4: 30 PM
  
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  Overtime: Fridays as required
  
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  Employment Type: Full-time, temp-to-hire
  
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  Advancement Opportunity: Potential pay increase and employee benefits upon permanent hire, based on performance
  

Apply Today!
If you have a strong background in welding and mechanical work and are looking for a full-time opportunity with a four-day workweek, we want to hear from you!

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