Railcar Repair Technician

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • La Porte, TX

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About The Position

The Railcar Repair Technician conducts repair and maintenance on tank cars, using current repair procedures. The role includes inspecting railcars for compliance, completing necessary repairs, supporting customer satisfaction, and ensuring invoicing, inspection, and work-order information is complete. The technician maintains required certifications and demonstrates familiarity with AAR rules and regulations. The position requires safety-conscious work, teamwork, and good leadership skills. Other work-related tasks may be assigned.

The role requires work in all types of weather conditions and travel of up to 50%, including weekly local travel, regional day trips, and potential overnight travel as needed. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Starting pay is $24.92 per hour.

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 handle and successfully complete basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Customer-relations skills, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from the ground surface.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
• Ability to perform a fit test and wear a respirator.
• Ability to pass a company physical exam, drug screening, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct repair and maintenance on tank cars using current repair procedures.
• Inspect railcars to ensure compliance 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 and demonstrate familiarity with AAR rules and regulations.
• Complete other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Work safely and follow proper procedures.

Benefits

• Benefits effective on day one.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 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 (10 total).
• Vacation.
• Marmon employee discount program.

What This Job Offers

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