Paint/Coatings Technician

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Cleveland, TX

5d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Union Tank Car Company As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. 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. #LI-DNI #Rate Union Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a Paint/Coatings Technician at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in Cleveland, Texas to assist in various departments as needed by plant production. Starting pay for Cleaning Rack Operator is $26.60/hr.

Requirements

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
Must take necessary steps to protect themselves from toxic fumes.
Must take necessary steps to protect themselves when working in a flammable environment.
Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship (preferred)

Responsibilities

Prepare interior and exterior surface of the tank car for coating or lining by removing rust, weld, slag, scale, or other foreign contaminants by directing shot laden compressed air held blast nozzles.
Mixes coatings according to specifications and applies the coating to install or repair section of a coating using airless spray equipment. This may be to an exterior or interior tank car.
Cleans and maintains spraying equipment.
After a tank car is coated, they apply piping prior to starting the bake procedure.
They also turn on the blower for a specified period of time before introducing the temperature input.
Monitors the bake temperature per specification until the intermediate bake or final bake has been completed.
Maintains and stores a record of baking operations.
Applies decals as required to tank car exterior cars.
Maintain area in a neat and orderly manner and report work hazards.