Railcar Repair Technician (178)

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Galena Park, TX

1d•$23 - $30•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 maintains one of the largest fleets of railroad tank cars through state-of-the-art manufacturing plants and a sophisticated repair network of geographically-placed repair shops and mobile repair crews. The company operates approximately 80 field site locations throughout North America. UTLX is financially stable and seeks individuals with a positive outlook and strong work ethic. The Railcar Repair 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 and be able to work as a part of a team
Demonstrates an ability to work safely and follow proper procedures
Must work in all types of weather conditions
Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions
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 and enter through 18" diameter
Must be able to perform a FIT Test and wear a respirator
Must be able to pass company physical exam, drug screening and background check

Responsibilities

Conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars
Demonstrates good leadership and team skills while being a safety-conscious person
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, completes and maintains required certifications, demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations
Performs other work-related tasks as assigned