Railcar Repair Technician

Utlx Manufacturing Incorporated; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Utlx Manufacturing Incorporated seeks a Railcar Repair Technician in Beaumont, TX. This role involves repairing and maintaining tank cars, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and demonstrate welding abilities. A strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and effective teamwork is crucial.

The position requires the ability to work in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks, including lifting and climbing. The starting pay is $24.08/hour, with equal opportunity employment for all.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and ability to problem-solve.
• Demonstrate welding abilities and customer relation skills.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by meeting expectations and requirements.
• Maintains all necessary certifications and performs inspections.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving ability

Welding skills

Customer relations skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars)

Job description

## Railcar Repair TechnicianApplylocations: Beaumont, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR0000044077Transco Rail ServicesAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.Transco Rail Services, along with Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor, delivers full‐service railcar repair and maintenance through a broad North American network of fixed shops and mobile field service teams. Serving freight and tank car fleets across multiple industries, we are committed to safety, compliance, quality, and reliable service.**Job Description** The Railcar Repair Technician conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars. This person must demonstrate good leadership and team skills while being a safety-conscious person.* Railcar Repair – always uses current repair procedures. Conducts railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance and performs repairs as necessary.* Customer Support – Meets the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure their satisfaction of work.* Clerical – ensures that all necessary invoicing, inspection, work order information is complete.* Maintains all certifications, including tank car welding, complete and maintain required certifications, demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations.* Other work-related tasks as assigned.**General Requirements:*** High school diploma or GED required.* Must have mechanical aptitude, ability to problem-solve and to make decisions. Ability to use hand tools (such as pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, and other equipment to chip and grind weld slag or spatter).* Must handle and successfully complete basic railcar repairs and inspections.* Consistently demonstrate skill in customer relations, using good interpersonal skills and be able to work as a part of a team.* Demonstrate welding abilities with an increasing display of performance. Ongoing improvement in skill and knowledge of railcar repairs.* Must work in all types of weather conditions.* Valid Driver’s License* A strong emphasis in welding.**Physical Requirements*** Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions* Must be able to wear a respirator* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from the ground surface* Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights* Must be able to work in confined spaces* Must be able to physically fit into a man-way opening as small as 18” in diameter (site applicable)* Must be able to pass company physical exam.Starting Pay: $24.08/hr**Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled**Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.