Welder/Railcar Repair

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Muscatine, IA

4d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX), a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings backed by Berkshire Hathaway, is seeking applicants to join their production team at their full-service rail tank car repair shop in Muscatine, Iowa. UTLX is a preferred source of railcars and services due to its regulatory, engineering, and commercial expertise. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, valuing enthusiasm, hard work, expertise, growth, and progressive thinking.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or the ability to pass a Combined Basic Skills Assessment Test
Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly documents
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to work any shift, including overtime, as permitted by the union contract
Dependable attendance and reliability

Nice To Haves

Experience in an Industrial Repair or Manufacturing environment.
Rail industry experience
Tank car knowledge or experience

Responsibilities

Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc.
Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment.
Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter.
Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools.
Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required.
Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards.