Welder Helper
RailWorksKentucky, United States
Posted January 30, 2026
36000 - 40000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada.
Job Description
The Thermite Welder Helper is responsible for helping and assisting the Thermite Welder to repair railroad tracks in heavy construction environments.
Requirements
- Experienced in Railtech Boutet, Inc., Orgo-Thermit, Inc. Thermite Welding Processes
- Experienced in the use of Oxygen/Propane cutting and preheating processes
- Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal, rail replacement, switch configuration, track construction and restoration.
- A minimum of 2 years of Thermite Welding experience in a heavy railroad industrial environment.
- Certified by Contractor Orientation, ERail Safe and Railway Maintenance Machine Operation
- Ability to assist Thermite Welder in a problem and help with the best and most cost-effective means for repair.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Additional performance incentives