Railcar Repair Technician

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX; Connecticut; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Union Tank Car Company is seeking a Railcar Repair Technician in Connecticut. This entry-level role involves maintaining and repairing tank cars, ensuring safety and compliance, and providing exceptional customer support. Applicants should possess a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in various weather conditions. Join a company with a commitment to a positive work culture and a solid history in the railroad industry.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k matching

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Vacation and Holiday pay

Company-paid employee life insurance

Company vehicle provided

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and ability to problem-solve.
• Must handle and successfully complete basic railcar repairs.
• Demonstrate skills in customer relations and work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure compliance.
• Perform repairs as necessary and maintain certifications.
• Complete all necessary invoicing and inspection information.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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UTLX

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.

• Traveling Required*:
  
  

Company vehicle provided, most travel is done within the same day, some jobs require overnight stay, in this case the hotel is paid for and meals are reimbursed. You will not have to stay over a weekend and will be back by Friday.

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX)

Provides leasing, manufacturing, and repair services to our customers and owns/manages one of the largest fleets of railroad tank cars in North America. Our manufacturing plants are state-of-the-art, and our fleet is maintained by a large, sophisticated repair network consisting of geographically-placed repair shops and mobile repair crews. With over 126 years in this industry, UTLX has a long history that provides a solid name and foundation on which to build customer relationships. UTLX is financially stable and a Berkshire Hathaway company. Our field site locations currently number about 80 throughout North America. We are searching for people with a positive outlook and strong work ethic to become part of the UTLX success story.

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
  
  

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 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
• Starting Pay Rate: $25.47hr
• Railcar Technician Max Level: $33.41hr
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

LI-DNI

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

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