Cleveland-Cliffs - Lake Superior & Ishpeming Railroad has an immediate opportunity for a Carman at our Negaunee, MI location. This role is responsible for contributing to the railroad Maintenance team by safely and efficiently performing maintenance, repair and modification of rail cars. Our ideal candidate will be accountable for safe & efficient work and operating practices, enjoys hard work, is self-driven, goal oriented and resilient. Most importantly, will demonstrate a safety conscious mindset.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, applicable rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

• Repairs, modifies, upgrades rail cars and rebuilds car components using hand/power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, pneumatic tools, grinder and precision measuring instruments.

• Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts, components and structures.

• Performs mechanical labor, applies decals, stenciling and paint.

• Works around and operates forklift, overhead cranes and mobile equipment.

• Inspects machines and equipment.

• Reads and understands service repair manuals, blueprints, technical drawings and tape measure.

• General housekeeping of work areas.

• Develops and maintains positive and productive working relationships with co-workers and supervisors; supports others, demonstrates good communication skills, competence, good judgment, good work ethic, integrity, a positive attitude and character that inspires trust.

• Must work safely and efficiently and not cause a threat to the health and safety of self and others.

• Requires a commitment to safety and have the ability and willingness to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits to prevent on the job accidents and injuries, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations. Must utilize all protective equipment as assigned/required.

• LS&I Railroad operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week in all weather conditions. Must be open to work any shift including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime and call-outs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED required

• Basic computer skills

• Excellent reading and communication skills

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to read precision gauges and instruments, blueprints, service manuals and technical drawings.

• Knowledge and experience with using hand/power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, pneumatic tools, grinder and precision measuring instruments, operating forklift, overhead cranes and mobile equipment.

• Must have the ability to become and remain General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) qualified.

• Ability to ascend and descend steps and ladders to get on and off the equipment.

• Must have the ability to frequently reach, push/pull and/or lift and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to 50 pounds and/or exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

• Must have the ability to perform continuous physical tasks for extended periods of time.

• Safely and efficiently work, stand and walk on varied surfaces and uneven ground and/or climbing on/off equipment in varying conditions (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors, snow, ore pellets, etc.).

• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available athttp://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

• Must successfully pass the required pre-employment requirements, which may include: written trade specific tests, interviews, background check, physical and drug/alcohol screening. Proof of employment eligibility (E-Verify) is required for any position offered. This position requires random testing for drugs and alcohol.

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of related heavy industry experience

• Railroad experience

• Welding experience/certification

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay, health insurance, retirement, paid time off and more!