rolling stock assembler
Rolling stock assemblers use hand tools, power tools and other equipment such as lifting equipment or robots to construct, fit and install prefabricated parts to manufacture rolling stock subassemblies and body structures. They read and interpret blueprints. They operate control systems to determine functional performance of the assemblies and adjust accordingly.
Also called: railcar assembler, railcar assembly worker, multiple unit assembler, railway vehicle assembler, rolling stock builder, railcar builder, multiple unit assembly worker, wagon assembly worker
- 17
- essential skills
- 30
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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Where you can go from here
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Essential skills
17- align components
- apply health and safety standards
- assemble metal parts
- control compliance of railway vehicles regulations
- electromechanics
- ensure equipment availability
- fasten components
- inspect quality of products
- mechanics
- mechanics of trains
- quality standards
- read engineering drawings
- read standard blueprints
- troubleshoot
- use power tools
- use technical documentation
- wear appropriate protective gear
Optional skills
30- apply arc welding techniques
- apply flux
- apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
- apply spot welding techniques
- conduct performance tests
- couple bogies to rail vehicles
- cut metal products
- electricity
- electronics
- engineering processes
- ensure maintenance of trains
- European Train Control System
- install electrical and electronic equipment
- install low voltage wiring
- install pneumatic systems
- keep records of work progress
- liaise with engineers
- locomotive brake applications
- lubricate rolling stock wheels
- manipulate metal
- mark processed workpiece
- metal thermal conductivity
- operate lifting equipment
- operate soldering equipment
- operate welding equipment
- prepare pieces for joining
- record test data
- set up automotive robot
- use testing equipment
- work in assembly line teams
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