Railcar Maintenance Intern: Hands-On Tech Training

GATX Corporation; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

GATX Corporation invites applications for a high school senior internship at the Terre Haute railcar maintenance facility. Gain on-the-job training in safety, quality, and technical skills to assist with repairing and cleaning GATX-owned railcars, including valve and coil maintenance.

You will learn railcar maintenance operations, work under supervision, and contribute to daily tasks while developing practical skills in a real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Broad mechanical aptitude is required.
• Basic welding skills are preferred.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn new systems are required.
• Ability to read and adhere to GATX policies, safety and quality procedures, and FRA rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist Railcar Mechanic in repairs, including jacking cars, accessing parts, and replacing components to meet safety and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety policies; suggest improvements when possible.
• Support valve and coil maintenance, remove/apply valves and fittings, and assist with inspection and rebuilds as needed.
• Perform cleaning tasks on railcars, handle materials, operate cleaning equipment, and prepare surfaces for paint applications.
• Participate in training in quality, safety, railcar mechanics, valve & coil, and cleaning; perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Broad Mechanical aptitude

Basic welding skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

GATX Corporation invites applications for a high school senior internship at the Terre Haute railcar maintenance facility. Gain on-the-job training in safety, quality, and technical skills to assist with repairing and cleaning GATX-owned railcars, including valve and coil maintenance.

You will learn railcar maintenance operations, work under supervision, and contribute to daily tasks while developing practical skills in a real-world setting.