Entry Mobile Repair Technician/Driver

Trinity Industries; Bluffton, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TrinityRail in Bluffton, IN is hiring an Entry Mobile Repair Technician/Driver to inspect railcars, perform repairs, and ensure compliance with repair procedures and customer expectations. The role emphasizes safety, accurate invoicing and work-order data, and participation in safety initiatives.

Qualified candidates will operate Trinity Rail mobile repair trucks, meet driving record requirements, and complete on-board training.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn all major railcar components and basic functions.
• Will work under direct supervision of a Career Mobile Technician or higher to perform specific repair processes to railcars.
• Ability to use hand tools such as hammers, torches, wrenches, hydraulic jacks, pneumatic tools, and others as required.
• May be required to obtain specialized qualification and training in one of the following: Air Brake Testing, Welding, Gasket Valves and Fasteners, BLTII, PTII, VTII, Qualified Coating Applicator, Qualified Coating Inspector, Qualified Abrasive Blaster or other qualifications as applicable.
• Any type of welding/Valve/mechanical experience or railcar knowledgeis preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance.
• Perform repairs as necessary while always using current repair procedures.
• Meets the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Ensures all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete.
• Has the 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.
• Actively participates in safety assessments and equipment inspections.
• Ability to work within confined spaces and from elevated heights as required to perform work.
• Follows all safety rules and practices.
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Understand and complete all basic required on-board training in regard to safety and quality.

Skills

Railcar knowledge

Hand tools proficiency

Safety awareness

Reading procedures

Tools

Welding equipment

Hydraulic jacks

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Job Description - Entry Mobile Repair Technician/Driver (2600853)

Job Description

Entry Mobile Repair Technician/Driver - ( 2600853 )

Description

TrinityRailis hiring anEntry Mobile Repair Technicianat our Bluffton, IN Site.

Our products are an integral part of the supply chain that helps fuel our lives and our economy. Over the last 85 years, Trinity Industries has grown to over 6,000 employees strong with the common purpose ofDelivering Goods, For the Good of All.

TheEntry Mobile Repair Technicianposition is a great opportunity for a resilient, team-minded individual who doesn’t stray away from a challenge.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance.
• Perform repairs as necessary while always using current repair procedures.
• Meets the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Ensures all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete. Has the 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.
• Actively participates in safety assessments and equipment inspections.
• Ability to work within confined spaces and from elevated heights as required to perform work. Able to perform confined space monitoring and create hot work permits.
• Follows all safety rules and practices.
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Understand and complete all basic required on-board training in regard to safety and quality. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What you’ll need:

• Ability to learn all major railcar components and basic functions.
• Will work under the direct supervision of a Career Mobile Technician or higher position to perform specific repair processes to railcars.
• Ability to use hand tools such as hammers, torches, wrenches, hydraulic jacks, pneumatic tools, and others as required.
• May be required to obtain specialized qualification and training in one of the following: Air Brake Testing, Welding, Gasket Valves and Fasteners, BLTII, PTII, VTII, Qualified Coating Applicator, Qualified Coating Inspector, Qualified Abrasive Blaster or other qualifications as applicable.
• Any type of welding/Valve/mechanical experience or railcar knowledgeis preferred

Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements to operate a Trinity Rail vehicle:

• Accepted candidates will be required to operate a TrinityRail Mobile Repair Truck, with some trucks requirement DOT regulated operators
• Possess a current valid driver’s license
• Must have a clean motor vehicle record check for the previous 3 years.
• A clean driving record means the employee has not been held at fault for a car accident, or arrested on charges of violating vehicle and traffic laws.

Candidates who will be operating DOT regulated repair trucks must meet the following requirements in addition to the minimum requirements above.

• If previous Commercial Motor Vehicle experience is listed, the motor vehicle record check will be for the previous 7 years
• Must complete and pass a DOT Physical
• Complete and Pass a Trinity issued road test
• Trinity will inquire to previous employers for commercial motor vehicle operation
• Subjected to annual certification of violations
• Subject to annual motor vehicle driving records