Railcar Repair Technician - 174

Transco Rail Services; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Transco Rail Services is seeking a Railcar Repair Technician to perform inspections and repairs on tank cars, ensuring safety and compliance across a North American network. The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and adherence to current repair procedures.

The candidate should have welding abilities, mechanical aptitude, and strong customer service skills, with a focus on quality and safety in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to use hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets) and perform basic railcar repairs.
• Must demonstrate welding abilities and understand welding safety and certification requirements.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and maintain safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure compliance and perform repairs as necessary.
• Maintain weld certifications and stay current with AAR rules and regulations.
• Meet customer expectations and ensure satisfaction with work performed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Customer relations

Safety oriented

Welding skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pipe wrenches

Pry bars

Wrenches

Ratchets

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.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.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, including tank car welding, 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.Demonstrate welding abilities with an increasing display of performance. Ongoing improvement in skill and knowledge of railcar repairs.Must work in all types of weather conditions.Valid Driver’s LicenseA strong emphasis in welding.Physical 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 work in confined spacesMust be able to physically fit into a man-way opening as small as 18” in diameter (site applicable)Must be able to pass company physical exam.Starting Pay: $24.18/hrEqual Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledFollowing 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.