Railcar Repair Technician

Transco - A Marmon Rail Company; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 26,549 - 37,812; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid sickness and accident income

401(k) matching

Vacation

Holiday pay

Employee discount program

Job summary

Transco - A Marmon Rail Company is seeking a Railcar Technician in Charleston, West Virginia. This role involves conducting repairs and maintenance on tank cars, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing customer support. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and experience with railcar repairs. Join a committed team offering tuition reimbursement, medical benefits, and a robust 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Commitment to ongoing skill and knowledge improvement in railcar repairs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform railcar repairs following established procedures.
• Provide customer support to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain required certifications, including tank car welding.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer relations skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively in a team

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Transco Rail Services, part of Marmon Holdings (a Berkshire Hathaway company), delivers full‑service railcar repair and maintenance across a broad North American network of fixed shops and mobile field service teams. The company serves freight and tank car fleets across multiple industries and is committed to safety, compliance, quality, and reliable service.

As a Railcar Technician, you will conduct all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars, working both independently and as part of a team while maintaining a strong focus on safety.

Job Description

• Perform railcar repairs using current procedures and conduct inspections to ensure compliance, executing necessary repairs.
• Provide customer support, meeting expectations and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Handle clerical duties, ensuring all invoicing, inspection, and work order information is complete.
• Maintain all required certifications, including tank car welding, and keep strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations.
• Complete other work‑related tasks as assigned.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, and proficiency with hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, etc.).
• Experience with basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Excellent customer‑relations skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Commitment to ongoing skill and knowledge improvement in railcar repairs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Welding background is a plus.

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 pass the company physical exam.

Why Join Our Team?

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company‑paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) matching
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Starting Pay: $23.36/hr

Legally able to work in the U.S. now & future without sponsorship (required).

We are an equal opportunity workplace (EEOC). All applicants will be considered without regard to protected class membership.

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.