GSMR Coach Maintenance - Laborer

## Description

**Division/Department:** Coach and Property Maintenance

**Job Title:** Coach Maintenance - Laborer

**Reports To:** Coach and Property Maintenance Manager

**Type of position:** Non-Exempt / Hourly

**Employee Classification:** Regular

**Location:** Various Locations

**Compensation:** $15-20, Depending upon experience and certifications

**Job Summary:** Participates in the repair, restoration and rebuilding of railroad rolling stock in accordance to Federal and Company regulations and specifications.

**Benefits Offered:** The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers a comprehensive Medical/Rx, dental and vision package with company-funded H.S.A. (for qualified employees), Parental Leave, Life/AD&D Insurance, Long/Short Term Disability coverage, Tuition Reimbursement, Train passes, a 401K with company-match and a generous PTO plan. Southern Highlands Attraction pass and Pass Exchange program for complimentary admission to area attractions.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

• Repair, restore, construct railroad car rolling stock including but not limited to windows, walls, HVAC, water and waste systems, woodworking, metal fabrication, electrical, masking/painting, and plumbing.
• Provide routine maintenance to generator railcars.
• Perform daily and periodic equipment inspections identifying repairs and maintenance needed.
• Assists in the repair and install of HVAC air conditioning and heat systems on railcars.
• Compliance with GSMR procedures, safety and operating rules.
• Work with other departments as part of a team to provide passengers/guest with positive memories.
• Other duties as requested.

**Work Environment:**

• Work on and off the train in varied terrain in all weather during both daylight and dark hours.
• Work within various shop settings including the railyard.
• May be required to work in different locations and in adverse weather conditions to repair equipment.

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## Qualifications
**Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:**

• Ideal candidate must have a willingness to learn and gain additional experience and/or certifications.
• Skills used will include woodworking, metal fabrication, welding, basic plumbing, basic electrical, painting, HVAC and demolition.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
• Ability to be on your feet working for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to ascend/descend train steps/ladders and crawl on, under and around locomotive and passengers cars while performing needed maintenance functions.
• Good balance/equilibrium: walk on moving trains, graveled, uneven and/or sloped surfaces that may be wet/slippery while carrying items such as a flashlight, tools, and/or parts.
• Must possess organizational skills with ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload with practical, flexible and innovative approach to work.
• Ability to communicate successfully with a variety of personalities and function effectively as a member of a team.
• Must have physical ability/agility to climb, crawl, stoop, and bend in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Must have ability to work in confined spaces.
• Pre-Employment & Random Drug Testing program in compliance with company policy.
• Valid Driver License and the ability to pass DMV check.
• Must be able to successfully complete and achieve a passing score on a WorkSTEPS physical test and respiratory FIT test.