Laborer
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This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a 2nd or 3rd Shift Laborer at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in El Dorado, KS to assist in various departments as needed by plant production.Primary Job FunctionsBelow is a general description of the essential functions of this job. This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties.Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions.Assists various plant production personnel and under the direction of skilled labor, performs car repair work involving burning, fitting, grinding, blasting, and painting.Uses a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to pneumatic and hydraulic tools, jacks, cutting torches, and forklifts proficiently.Completes tasks that may include changing gaskets, hoses, valves, repairing piping, and pipe fitting.Acts as a safety watch for tank/hopper car entry.Maintains area in a neat and orderly manner and reports work hazards.Environmental ConditionsExposed to dirt, fumes, smoke, and heat.Work outdoors often and be exposed to the elements.Physical effort in lifting and carrying materials and attaching rigging devices. Ability to lift 50 pounds.Moderate physical exertion is required. Positions relatively heavy objects by using a forklift or other mechanical means.Manual dexterity in operating control levers and buttons.Exposed to dirt, fumes, smoke, and heat.Some climbing into and out of vehicles, crane cabs, etc.Some outside work possible minor cuts and bruises. Must exercise caution in operation of equipment in confined areas.Possible exposure to hazardous materials or hazardous waste from leaks or spills of these materials while moving or storing them.