Railcar Repair Technician

Transco Rail Services; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k matching

Life Insurance

Sick/Accident Income

Holiday pay

Job summary

Transco Rail Services, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a Railcar Repair Technician. This role involves repairing and maintaining tank cars, ensuring compliance, and providing strong customer service in a team environment. Travel is required, with most trips completed within a day and occasional overnight stays, paid hotel and meals.

A valid license and safety awareness are essential. Candidates should have high school completion, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to use common hand tools,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Must be able to use hand tools and perform basic railcar repairs.

Responsibilities

• Conducts railcar inspections and performs repairs as necessary.
• Meets customer expectations and maintains customer satisfaction.
• Maintains certifications and adheres to AAR rules and regulations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Valid Driver’s License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Transco 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.*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.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 DescriptionThe 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 proceduresMust work in all types of weather conditions.Valid Driver’s LicensePhysical RequirementsMust be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positionsMust be able to wear a respiratorMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds from the ground surfaceMust be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heightsMust be able to pass company physical exam, drug screening and background checkWhy Join Our Team?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 1Tuition Reimbursement, Medical, Dental, VisionCompany-paid employee and dependent life insuranceCompany-paid sickness and accident income401k matchingAnnual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wearHoliday pay -10 TotalVacationMarmon employee discount programStarting Pay Rate: $25.47hrRailcar Technician Max Level: $33.41hrEqual Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledLI-DNIPay Range:23.84 - 29.14We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!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.