FFS Railcar Repair Technician

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Plaquemine, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX), a part of Marmon Holdings and backed by Berkshire Hathaway, provides leasing, manufacturing, and repair services for railroad tank cars across North America. With over 126 years in the industry, UTLX owns and manages one of the largest fleets of railroad tank cars, maintained by state-of-the-art manufacturing plants and a sophisticated repair network including geographically-placed repair shops and mobile repair crews. The company is financially stable and operates approximately 80 field sites throughout North America. UTLX is seeking individuals with a positive outlook and strong work ethic to join their success story. The Railcar Technician is responsible for all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars, requiring good leadership, team skills, and a safety-conscious approach.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Must have mechanical aptitude
Ability to problem-solve and to make decisions
Ability to use hand tools (such as pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, and other equipment to chip and grind weld slag or spatter)
Must handle and successfully complete basic railcar repairs and inspections
Consistently demonstrate skill in customer relations, using good interpersonal skills
Able to work as a part of a team
Demonstrate welding abilities with an increasing display of performance
Ongoing improvement in skill and knowledge of railcar repairs
Must work in all types of weather conditions
Valid Driver’s License
A strong emphasis in welding
Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship
Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions
Must be able to wear a respirator
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from the ground surface
Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Must be able to physically fit into a man-way opening as small as 20” in diameter
Must be able to pass company physical exam

Responsibilities

Conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars
Always uses current repair procedures
Conducts railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance and performs repairs as necessary
Meets the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure their satisfaction of work
Ensures that all necessary invoicing, inspection, work order information is complete
Maintains all certifications, including tank car welding, complete and maintain required certifications
Demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations
Performs other work-related tasks as assigned