Railcar Repair Technician

Transco - A Marmon Rail Company; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 3,331,036 - 4,368,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-paid employee and dependent 1

Company-paid sickness and accident

401k matching

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discounts

Job summary

Transco Rail Services, a Marmon Rail Company, is seeking a Railcar Repair Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on tank cars in a safety-conscious environment. You will lead and contribute to repair tasks, conduct inspections, and support customers to ensure satisfaction.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to use common hand tools. Travel up to 50% is required; a valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and the ability to use hand tools.
• Must be able to perform basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Travel up to 50% and a valid driver’s license required.
• Strong teamwork and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance on tank cars in accordance with current procedures.
• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure compliance.
• Provide customer support to meet expectations.
• Handle invoicing, inspection, and work-order information.
• Maintain applicable certifications and knowledge of AAR rules.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team leadership

Customer relations

Problem solving

Teamwork

Valid driver’s license

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Transco Rail Services, As 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, 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.
• Demonstrates an ability to work safely and follow proper procedures
• Must work in all types of weather conditions.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Travel required: up to 50%, including weekly local travel, regional day trips, and potential overnight travel as needed

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions
• 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 perform a FIT Test and wear a respirator
• Must be able to pass company physical exam, drug screening and background check

Why Join Our Team?

Benefits

We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer:

• Benefits Effective on Day 1
• Tuition Reimbursement, Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401k matching
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay -10 Total
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.18 - $31.71 per hour