Repair Technician 3rd Shift

Transco Railcar Repair • Miles City, MT

106d • $25 - $31

About The Position

The Repair Technician is responsible for all aspects of railcar repair and maintenance. The Technician must be able to read and understand blueprints, make car repairs in compliance with FRA & AAR rules and keep good repair records. They must follow all company guidelines and safety rules when performing duties.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic drawings and perform basic math skills (adding/subtraction).
• Dependable and meets standards of punctuality and attendance.
• Mechanically inclined and willingness to learn different tasks.
• Complies with all safety rules and procedures.
• Industry knowledge of AAR and FRA rules, and Tank Car Maintenance Regulations.
• Knowledge of current regulatory requirements (e.g., AAR MSRP, M-1002, Section C, Part III, HM201); Knowledge of FRA regulations, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective or worn parts such as valves, hatch covers, components, and gates using hand tools, torque wrenches, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Maintain a clean workspace and follow tooling requirements.
• Test for operability before and after repairs.
• Record conditions of cars, and repair and maintenance work performed or to be performed.
• Remove car mechanical units, or other components, using pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars, hand tools, and cutting torches.
• Inspect components such as bearings, seals, gaskets, wheels, and coupler assemblies to determine if repairs are needed.
• Adjust repaired or replaced units as needed to ensure proper operation.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, and clean units and components.
• Repair, fabricate, and install steel or wood fittings, using blueprints, shop sketches, and instruction manuals.
• Repair and maintain braking systems.
• Align car sides for installation of car ends and crossties, using width gauges, turnbuckles, and wrenches.
• Replace defective insulation.
• Other duties and projects as assigned by the Repair Manager, Repair Supervisor or Team Leader.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k matching

What This Job Offers

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