Travel Railcar Repair Technician

The Travel Railcar Repair Technician conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars. This person must demonstrate good leadership and team skills while being a safety-conscious person.

Responsibilities

Conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars; 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, including tank car welding; Demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations; Performs other work-related tasks as assigned

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; Travel 75%; Consistently demonstrate skill in customer relations, using good interpersonal skills and be able to work as a part of a team; Ongoing improvement in skill and knowledge of railcar repairs; 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 wear a respirator; 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; Must be able to physically fit into a man-way opening as small as 20" in diameter; Must be able to pass company physical exam; Must demonstrate good leadership and team skills while being a safety-conscious person

Nice to have

Welding background is a plus; Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship (preferred)

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement program; 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