Rail Service Technician

Whiting Corporation And Whiting Sevices, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A transportation solutions company is seeking a Rail Service Technician in Omaha, Nebraska. The ideal candidate will provide rail and technical services, including hands-on repairs and supervision of personnel. Strong communication skills, ability to read technical schematics, and prior repair experience are essential. The role involves regular travel and offers competitive pay from $35 to $40 per hour based on experience, along with benefit packages including health and dental insurance, 401K matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Prior transportation installation and repair experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Provide rail and technical services for transportation clients.
• Perform hands-on transportation repairs and supervise site personnel.
• Assist engineers in developing project drawings and reports.

Skills

Ability to read blueprints

Strong communication skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Mechanical experience with gear reducers

Job description

Rail Service Technician

The Rail Technician will provide rail and technical services for our transportation and commercial clients. This includes service of freight, commuter and transit lifting equipment for railcar and locomotive applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Provide rail and technical services for our transportation clients. This will include hands-on transportation repairs, supervision of site personnel and contractors.
• Hands-on repairs and supervision of site personnel.
• Providing customer support for transportation parts and installation orders
• Assists engineers in developing transportation project drawings and technical reports
• Preparing required reports and administrative paperwork
• Accompanying rail sales personnel for occasional calls and follow-ups
• Regular travel required
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams
• Mechanical experience with gear reducers and drive systems a plus
• Prior transportation installation and repair experience preferred
• Frequent travel within a 4-hour radius required.
• Occasional overnight travel outside of the region may be required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Strong communication skills
• HS diploma or GED required

Pay Range: $35 - $40 per hour based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Benefits

• 401K
• 401K Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Weare committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.