Cert Weld Inspect/Educator

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Reporting directly to the Manager, AWS Certified Welding Programs, the Certified Welding Inspector/Educator (CWI/E) performs visual inspections on welded products and structures in progress and on completed components. CWI/E ensures welded products meet specifications for regulation compliance. The CWI/E also checks weld machine setup and the welding techniques of welders to ensure quality. Welding inspectors record the results of tests and welding inspections. In addition, the CWI/E is responsible for scheduling and tracking welder certification/education. Administer welding, welding safety and welding certification training to employees. Document, analyze and communicate results and assists with correction action recommendations. Participate on various Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Association of American Railroads (AAR), and American Public Transportation Association (APTA) committees as needed to meet the growing needs of the organization. Responsible for the safety objectives goals, and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends. Must be willing to travel within and outside of Metra's six-county region. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

1. High School diploma or general education equivalency required. Associates degree in welding technology, engineering technology, engineering, or physical science is preferred.
2. In addition to #1, must have five (5) years of welding experience.
3. Must be certified or able to produce certification from the American Welding Society (AWS), for Certified Welding Inspector and/or Certified Welding Educator.
4. Basic knowledge of precision gauges, calibration programs, ultrasonic measuring devices, and liquid penetrant testing required. Knowledge of profilometers and geometric tolerance is preferred.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to relay non-conforming conditions, briefings and presentations.
6. Able to read and interpret assembly drawings, component drawings and schematics.
7. Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis in Word and Excel.
8. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferences:

1. Experience in a railroad or railroad manufacturing environment preferred.
2. AWS D15:1 - Railroad preferred.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for pre-employment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

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