Railcar Repair Technician

Railcar Repair Technician page is loaded Railcar Repair Technician locations Theodore, AL time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id

JR0000044011

Transco Rail Services As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best. Transco Rail Services, along with Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor, delivers full‑service railcar repair and maintenance through a broad North American network of fixed shops and mobile field service teams. Serving freight and tank car fleets across multiple industries, we are committed to safety, compliance, quality, and reliable service. We are looking for talented team players to join our team and perform all aspects of railcar inspection, maintenance, and repair services for our valued customers. The successful candidate must be able to read and understand engineering drawings and schematics, make railcar repairs in compliance with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Association of American Railroads (AAR) regulations and rules, ensure all company safety and quality standards are met, and keep good records of repair details using both written and electronic tools. UTLX offers training and certifications to become a fully certified Railcar Repair Technician. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, tuition reimbursement as well as the opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, expertise, growth, and progressive thinking are valued. Primary Job Functions Understand and perform all work outlined under Supervision Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars comply with all FRA, AAR, and customer requirements Perform repairs as necessary while always using current safety and quality standards and repair procedures Perform mechanical repairs to railroad freight cars including tank and hopper cars when required Occasionally performing welding repairs when needed Coordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hours Maintain work area in a neat and orderly manner and report potential hazards. Notify supervision of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasks Interact well with team members and supervision Meet the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver a best-in-class customer experience Ensure all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete Actively participate in safety assessments and equipment inspections Follow all safety rules and practices May be involved in safety committees or initiatives Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge and Skills Required Have a High School Diploma or GED Demonstrate job-related knowledge including following written instructions Demonstrate an ability to safely operate machinery including, but not limited to large work vehicles, which may also pull trailers from time to time, and forklifts Be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including any overtime Ability to learn basic railcar knowledge Proficiency with the use of basic hand and power tools Ability to learn basic knowledge of how to read Engineering drawings Ability to pass DOT Requirements is a plus Ability to perform confined space entry or monitoring and create hot work permits Ability to pass any required NDT disciplines and function specific certifications, which may include tank car welding, and demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations Ability to obtain the following within 6 - 12 months (timeline and required test depend on specific location): Welding and Airbrake Test certifications Any type of welding/mechanical experience or railcar knowledge is a preferred Must be legal to work in the United State now and in the future without sponsorship requirements Environmental and Working Conditions The physical environment for this job requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat or cold, wet, humid, or dry and dusty conditions. The employee may be frequently exposed to heights that require the use of fall protection equipment. Team members are required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions and job function details dictate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Moderate to heavy physical effort involved, must be comfortable lifting 35lbs consistently Lifts and carries necessary equipment to railcar to perform work Safely climbs, walks, and balances on top of railcars while performing repair work Must follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury Why Join Our Team? We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer: Tuition Reimbursement, Medical, Dental, Vision Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance Company-paid sickness and accident income 401k matching Annual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wear Holiday pay Vacation Marmon employee discount program Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship (preferred) We are an equal opportunity workplace (EEOC) Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. #LI-DNI Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. Get To Know Us Welcome to the biggest small business you'll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they're able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we're all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. Read More Hear From Our People Do Things That Matter When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Lead at Every Level Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. 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