Railcar Repair Technician

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Railcar Repair Technician to join their team. In this role, you will conduct essential repairs and maintenance on tank cars while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Your mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills will be key as you work with hand tools and perform inspections. This position offers a chance to be part of a reputable company with a rich history, providing you with opportunities for growth and development in a supportive environment. If you're ready to make a positive impact and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to handle basic railcar repairs and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Conduct repairs and maintenance on tank cars using current procedures.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and maintain necessary documentation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Customer relations

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars, etc.)

Job description

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Railcar Repair Technician

Apply locations Ludington, MI time type Full time posted on Posted 14 Days Ago job requisition id JR0000032955 Union Tank Car Company

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.

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 work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to physically fit into a man-way opening as small as 20” in diameter.
• Must be able to pass company physical exam.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Starting pay rate: $22.46/hr

Max Pay rate: $29.46/hr

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.