Rail Service Technician

Whiting Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Whiting Corporation is seeking a Rail Technician in Phoenix, Arizona, to provide rail and technical services for transportation clients. This role includes hands-on repairs, supervision of contractors, and customer support for equipment orders. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and be able to read blueprints. The position offers a pay range of $40 to $45 per hour and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide rail and technical services for transportation clients.
• Hands-on repairs and supervision of site personnel.
• Prepare required reports and administrative paperwork.

Skills

Ability to read blueprints

Mechanical experience with gear reducers

Strong communication skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

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 four‑hour radius required.
• Occasional overnight travel outside the region may be required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Strong communication skills.
• HS diploma or GED required.

Pay Range: $40 - $45 per hour based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

We are 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.