Railcar Mobile Repair Technician & Driver

Trinity Industries; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Rail in Sunray, TX is hiring a Career Technician, Mobile Repair/Driver to join a Southwest-Traveling Team. The role involves inspecting railcars, performing repairs, and ensuring compliance with customer expectations and safety standards.

Responsibilities include invoicing and work orders, possible NDT certifications, and training on safety and quality. Travel up to 100% may be required, with a valid CDL and clean driving record essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1.5 years’ experience in railcar maintenance or manufacturing or proficient in one or more of the following disciplines: Air Brake Testing, Welding, Gasket Valves and Fasteners, BLTII, PTII, VTII, Qualified Coating Applicator, Qualified Coating Inspector, Qualified Abrasive Blaster or other qualifications as applicable
• Basic understanding of how to read engineered drawings
• Any type of Welding/Valve/Mechanical experience or railcar knowledge is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
• Ability to work within confined spaces and from elevated heights as required to perform work
• Ability to perform confined space monitoring and create hot work permits
• Ability to learn all major railcar components and basic functions
• Ability to understand Field Manual of the AAR Interchange rules
• Ability to use hand tools such as hammers, torches, wrenches, hydraulic jacks, pneumatic tools, and others as required
• May be required to mentor/train lower-level technicians
• Candidates must be willing to travel and work in required locations-travel at 100%
• Must be 21 years or older
• Valid Drivers License and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance
• Perform repairs as necessary while always using current repair procedures
• Meet the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver an exceptional customer experience
• Ensure all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete
• Has the ability to pass any required NDT disciplines and function specific certifications, which may include tank car welding, and demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations
• Actively participate in safety assessments and equipment inspections
• Ability to work within confined spaces and from elevated heights as required to perform work
• Able to perform confined space monitoring and create hot work permits
• Perform outlined work under supervision of site or crew leader
• Follows all safety rules and practices
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
• Understand and complete all basic required on-board training in regard to safety and quality
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

Trinity Rail in Sunray, TX is hiring a Career Technician, Mobile Repair/Driver to join a Southwest-Traveling Team. The role involves inspecting railcars, performing repairs, and ensuring compliance with customer expectations and safety standards.

Responsibilities include invoicing and work orders, possible NDT certifications, and training on safety and quality. Travel up to 100% may be required, with a valid CDL and clean driving record essential.