PMC Technical Service Rep - Rail Coatings; Gulf Coast/Mexico

PPG; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Benefits

Training and development

Competitive pay

Job summary

PPG Rail Application Specialist will provide product application assistance at customer sites, lead painter training, and assist with product complaint investigations in North America. The role requires documenting findings in written reports and conducting hands-on product testing, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in railcar coating and inspections, with proficiency in Word and Excel, and the ability to work independently, traveling frequently to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years practical railcar interior and/or exterior coating application experience.
• Prior experience with railcar interior and/or exterior coating inspections.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide product application assistance at customer sites.
• Conduct painter training and hands-on application techniques and best practices.
• Assist with product complaints using defined test protocols and report results.
• Complete written reports of rail coating applications and investigations.
• Perform hands-on new product application testing.
• Adhere to safety attitudes, procedures, and site rules on all programs.

Skills

Rail coating

Independent worker

Painter training

Report writing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PPG Protective & Marine Coatings (PMC)

Zone/Segment: Rail – North America (South Texas)

As a PPG Rail Application Specialist, you will provide product application assistance, painter training, and assist with product complaint investigations, as necessary, for our rail customers/clients. Providing written reports is required.

The PPG Rail Application Specialist will work independently and with the rail team to complete projects. You will represent the rail segment and report to the Rail Regional Sales Manager.

Frequent travel will be required to cover projects in North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Product application assistance at customer sites
• Painter training; hands‑on application techniques, repair methods, best practices, etc.
• Assist with product complaints using defined test protocols and report results
• Complete written reports of rail coating applications and rail coating investigations
• New Product Application testing - complete hands‑on application testing
• Ensure that accurate safety attitudes, procedures, site rules are observed on all work programs and conduct work in a manner that protects self, co‑workers, the environment, and the safety of the community
• Operate and maintain field coating inspection test equipment following established specifications

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years practical railcar interior and/or exterior coating application experience
• Prior experience with railcar interior and/or exterior coating inspections
• Must be self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with programs such as Word, Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Microsoft Office Suite

AMPP CIP Level 1 training will be made available to the successful candidate if not already certified.

A successful candidate may work remotely and not be offered to relocate.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
• PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets.
• Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well‑being of our employees.
• Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
• Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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