Union Tank Car Company-posted 8 months ago
$24 - $25/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Altoona, PA
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Union Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a new employee at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in Altoona, Pennsylvania to assist in various departments as needed by plant production. The Company's regulatory, engineering and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX headquarters is in Chicago's financial district, close to major public transportation hubs. UTLX offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, expertise, and progressive thinking are valued. We are looking for a qualified 3rd shift Grinder. Pay range of $24.25-$25.25, with an additional $1.50 per hour when working 3rd shift. Training for this position will take place on 1st shift (4:00am-12:30pm). You will perform a variety of work and utilize various equipment and technology including air arc cutting torches, grinding tools, I Pads, etc.

  • Prepares the interior or exterior surface of the tank or hopper car for coating or lining by removing rust, weld slag, scale or other foreign contaminants.
  • Uses safety approved air gun to remove grit and dust after blasting.
  • Removes all protective coverings, blows trucks and other car parts clean and inspects the car to ensure that it has not been damaged.
  • Removes all weld splatter, laminations, and sharp edges from inside tank/hopper cars by grinding.
  • Grinds girth weld level on floor when repaired.
  • Vacuums complete interior of tank/hopper car.
  • Foils and tapes all stainless steel inside tank car as required.
  • Uses a variety of tools and equipment.
  • Acts as a safety watch for tank/hopper car entry.
  • Maintains area in a neat and orderly manner and reports work hazards.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Must be able to demonstrate job related knowledge of measuring devices such as rules.
  • Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of weight volume, and other units of measurements.
  • Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently.
  • Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
  • Dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts, including overtime.
  • Must be able to work any shift.
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Company-paid employee life insurance
  • Company-paid sickness and accident income
  • 401k matching
  • Annual safety shoe reimbursement
  • Holiday pay
  • Vacation
  • Marmon employee discount program
  • Rewards for anniversaries
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