Railcar Technician I

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental, vision

Company-paid employee and dependent 1i

Company-paid sickness and accident

401k matching

Annual safety shoe reimbursement and 1

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount program

Job summary

Transco Rail Services in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Railcar Technician to perform repair and maintenance on tank cars while demonstrating strong leadership and safety-minded teamwork.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and ability to use common hand tools. Welding background is a plus, with a 6:00 AM–2:30 PM M-F shift and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and ability to solve problems.
• Ability to use hand tools (pipes wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets) and perform basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Welding background is a plus and familiarity with AAR rules is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Repair and inspect railcars per current procedures and regulations.
• Lead and work with teammates with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Provide customer support to meet expectations and requirements for work.
• Handle invoicing, inspection, and work order documentation (clerical tasks).
• Maintain all required certifications, including weld-related qualifications and AAR rules familiarity.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Welding

Job description

Transco Rail Services

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.

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 Description

The Railcar 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.

Site Specific Details

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM M-F

Starting Rate: $28.66/hr.

Occasional Overtime required

Travel Requirements: Weekly local travel, day trips expected, occasional overnight stay

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.
• Ongoing improvement in skill and knowledge of railcar repairs.
• Must work in all types of 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 physically fit into a man-way opening as small as 20" in diameter
• Must be able to pass company physical exam

Why 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...

• Tuition reimbursement program
• 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
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship (preferred)

We are an equal opportunity workplace (EEOC)

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.