Remote Rail Coatings Application Specialist

PPG Industries, Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k benefits

Job summary

PPG Rail is seeking a Rail Application Specialist to provide product application assistance, training, and participate in investigations for North American rail customers. You will work with the rail team and independently, reporting to the Rail Regional Sales Manager. Frequent travel is required to cover projects across North America.

AMPP CIP Level 1 training may be provided if not already certified. The role offers opportunities to contribute to safety programs and to support coating

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years practical railcar interior and/or exterior coating application experience
• Prior experience with railcar interior and/or exterior coating inspections
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with programs such as Word, Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Product application assistance at customer sites
• Painter training; hands-on application techniques, repair methods, best practices, etc.
• Assist with product complaints using defined test protocols and report results
• Complete written reports of rail coating applications and rail coating investigations
• New Product Application testing - complete hands-on application testing
• Ensure that accurate safety attitudes, procedures, site rules are observed on all work programs and conduct work in a manner that protects self, co-workers, the environment, and the safety of the community
• Operate and maintain field coating inspection test equipment following established specifications

Skills

Rail coating application

5+ years experience

Self-motivation

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

PPG Rail is seeking a Rail Application Specialist to provide product application assistance, training, and participate in investigations for North American rail customers. You will work with the rail team and independently, reporting to the Rail Regional Sales Manager. Frequent travel is required to cover projects across North America.

AMPP CIP Level 1 training may be provided if not already certified. The role offers opportunities to contribute to safety programs and to support coating