Railcar Repair Technician
About The Position
Transco Rail Services, part of Marmon Holdings, provides railcar repair and maintenance through fixed shops and mobile field service teams across North America. The Railcar Technician performs repair and maintenance work on tank cars, conducts inspections to ensure compliance, and completes repairs using current procedures. The role requires safety-conscious work, teamwork, customer service, accurate completion of invoicing and work-order information, and maintenance of required certifications, including tank car welding certifications. The technician must be familiar with AAR rules and regulations and may perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to problem-solve and make decisions.
- Ability to use hand tools and equipment, including pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, and tools for chipping and grinding weld slag or spatter.
- Ability to complete basic railcar repairs and inspections.
- Good interpersonal and customer-relations skills, and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability and willingness to continue improving railcar repair skills and knowledge.
- Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.
- Ability to stoop for extended periods and routinely move between kneeling and standing.
- Ability to wear a respirator, lift up to 50 pounds from the ground, climb ladders, work at elevated heights, and work in confined spaces.
- Must be able to pass a company physical exam.
Nice To Haves
- Welding background.
Responsibilities
- Conduct tank car repair and maintenance using current repair procedures.
- Inspect railcars to ensure they comply with applicable requirements and perform repairs as necessary.
- Meet customer expectations and requirements to support customer satisfaction.
- Complete necessary invoicing, inspection, and work-order information.
- Maintain required certifications, including tank car welding certifications.
- Maintain strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations.
- Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
- Company-paid sickness and accident income
- 401(k) matching
- Annual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wear
- Holiday pay
- Vacation
- Marmon employee discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
