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NS Definition of Carman Duties: Railway freight car inspection, periodic maintenance, and repair. Outside work required. Physical duties will require lifting a maximum of 50 lbs., working at different heights, stooping, bending, and getting on and off equipment. Applicant should have knowledge of burning, welding, blueprint reading and the operation of heavy fabrication equipment. Experience preferred. Training: Will consist of an 8 to 10-week training course at the Norfolk Southern corporate training facility at McDonough, GA, 35 miles south of Atlanta on 1-75. Norfolk Southern will cover the cost of a bus ticket from the city of employment to McDonough, GA per the union agreement. While in McDonough, NS provides lodging at a local hotel and meal coupons to be used at local restaurants. Employees hired for freight car repair or inspection positions must complete a four-phase training program prior to receiving full journeyman status. The rate of pay for student Carmen during their training in McDonough will be $350.00 per week. Hours: Employees are required to work 8 hours on either a two-shift or three-shift rotation depending on the location. Union Membership: All employees will be required to join a union within 60 days of establishing a seniority date. The union requires monthly membership dues of all members. Failure to comply with any policies as outlined in the Agreement between the Carrier and the Union may result in termination of employment. Alcohol and Drug Policy: The Norfolk Southern Policy is zero tolerance. Pay Rates: The full union scale for Carman is $21.16 ( 7/1/03) after 4 years of employment. The rate progression is outlined below: Year Percent of Wage Approximate Amount 1st year 75% of full rate $15.87 2nd year 80% of full rate $16.93 3rd year 85% of full rate $17.99 4th year 100% $21.16 To progress to the next highest level in each step, employees must perform service a minimum of 244 days during the preceding calendar period of 365 days. A creditable day consists of 8 hours, exclusive of overtime. Benefits: After meeting requirements, employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance after one year; life insurance, paid vacation, education assistance, and a 401(k) plan. As a railroad employee you will be covered under the Railroad Retirement Act for retirement benefits. Job Hotline 1-800-214-3609 NOTE: This is intended to be an accurate overview of the terms and conditions of employment as well as benefits provided for the positions described above. This document is in lieu of the verbal orientation usually given at recruiting sessions. However, information contained herein does not supersede any Agreements between the Company and the unions representing employees in the described positions nor supersede the benefit plan documents which contain more specific information. Rates of pay, benefits, and working conditions are subject to change. In the event of any conflict between the information contained in this summary and these agreements or plan documents, the agreements and plan documents will govern. Norfolk Southern is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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