Apprentice Valve & Coil Specialist

GATX • Terre Haute, IN

1d • $51,900 - $54,800

About The Position

The Apprentice Valve & Coil Specialist learns valve and coil maintenance responsibilities from experienced Valve & Coil Specialists and Senior Valve & Coil Specialists. The role includes learning and providing regular maintenance for valves, coils, and associated components, completing documentation related to repairs, and reading blueprints, schematics, and interchange rules in the MSRP and Field Manual of the AAR Interchange Rules.

The position supports shop production and regulatory and quality requirements while following company safety procedures and applicable AAR, FRA, GATX, and customer guidelines. The role is scheduled for the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The starting hourly wage is $24.95; the position is salary non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay at time and a half after 40 hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability and willingness to obtain NDT Visual Testing, Level II (NDT-VT) certification.
• Ability and willingness to obtain NDT Leak Testing, Level II certification, either NDT-LT or NDT-BT.
• Ability and willingness to obtain Car Repair certification per QAI 405.
• Ability and willingness to obtain Valve and Coil Technician certification per QAI 406, Level II.
• Knowledge of Association of American Railroads (AAR) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist Valve & Coil Specialists with maintenance of valves and coils to meet regulatory, quality, and shop production needs.
• Follow company safety rules and procedures.
• Learn and perform leak tests on received equipment and cars.
• Learn and perform basic railcar repairs and maintenance.
• Remove and apply valves and fittings, and perform non-destructive examinations of valves and valve assemblies.
• Learn and perform final leak tests or hydro tests as required for valve or coil testing.
• Learn and apply nitrogen stages as required.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance on tools and equipment used.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly; comply with safety policies and recommend improvements when possible.
• Ensure work meets AAR, FRA, GATX, and customer guidelines.
• Complete required forms, systems, and work-order information, including portal/QF documentation, for accurate and timely reporting.
• Communicate and collaborate with the Material Department to manage stock of parts and gaskets for valve rebuilds and applications.
• Accurately document repairs performed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance eligibility starting on day one.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer-paid pension plan.
• Paid sick leave and paid vacation.
• Continuous training and development.
• Annual bonus.
• Potential eligibility for the company’s short-term and long-term incentive plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED