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Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Carman Welder Mechanic to join our team in Youngwood, PA. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining and repairing our railcar fleet, ensuring safety and efficiency in our operations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform welding and fabrication tasks on railcars, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in railcar systems, including brakes, couplers, and wheels.
  • Conduct routine inspections and maintenance to ensure optimal performance of railcars.
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
  • Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while working in the facility.
  • Assist in training and mentoring junior mechanics as needed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in welding or mechanics preferred.
  • Proven experience as a welder and mechanic, preferably in a rail or industrial setting.
  • Strong knowledge of welding techniques and mechanical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
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How this job compares in Youngwood, PA

Pay in context

At roughly $24/hr, this posting comes in about 14% below the $28/hr median for welding jobs across Pennsylvania, where the middle half runs $23–$32/hr across 150 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 28% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. That gap is worth raising directly — in a market this size there is normally room to negotiate toward the median, particularly if you already hold the certifications the posting asks for.

The local market in Youngwood, PA

This is the only active welding job we're currently tracking in Youngwood, PA, which makes it worth moving on quickly — there is no local competing offer to weigh it against. Across Pennsylvania as a whole we're tracking 230 other active welding openings from 149 employers. Browse welding jobs across Pennsylvania.

The most active employers in Pennsylvania at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Rhoads Industries (15), Aerotek (11), and Department of the Navy - Agency Wide (8). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Pennsylvania, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Philadelphia at $30/hr, York at $27/hr, and Lancaster at $25/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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Pay figures are medians computed from live postings in the Welding Pros index, not from survey data, and they move as employers post. Carman welder mechanic figures were last recalculated when this page was built.