Railcar Field Repair Tech: Welding & On-Site Impact

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is seeking a Field Repair Technician to perform railcar inspection, repairs, welding, and related duties under supervision to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires basic tool use, experience in jacket welding and air brake testing is a plus, with a focus on accuracy, teamwork and adherence to safety standards in a field environment across locations in North America.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge and general use of hand and power tools.
• Jacket Welding experience is a Plus
• Air Brake Testing experience is a Plus

Responsibilities

• Performs limited aspects of railcar repair as required to meet regulatory, quality and shop production needs.
• May include general car repair, blasting, general railcar cleaning, minor paint and stencil/decal touch-up and other tasks as assigned.
• Ensures that all necessary forms, systems and work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely reporting.
• Understands and complies with established safety policies and supports continuing awareness for safety.
• Interacts with crew members and supervisors in a team environment.
• Performs mechanical repairs to safety appliances and running gear under direct supervision.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Welding

Air Brake Testing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is seeking a Field Repair Technician to perform railcar inspection, repairs, welding, and related duties under supervision to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires basic tool use, experience in jacket welding and air brake testing is a plus, with a focus on accuracy, teamwork and adherence to safety standards in a field environment across locations in North America.