Service Technician

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician to perform lubrication and maintenance for Loram customers across a defined region. This role emphasizes uptime, customer service, and adherence to safety and operating rules.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with CDL eligibility and railroad safety training; prior field service experience is preferred. Travel is extensive, and the position requires strong problem-solving and independent work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Maintain railroad safety training and certifications.
• Ability to obtain a CDL.
• Pre-employment requirements including physicals and background checks.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate top of rail and gauge face lubricator units per guidelines.
• Perform lubrication service program for railroad customers.
• Apply problem solving to determine effective solutions.
• Adhere to railroad and Loram operating rules.
• Manage inventory on maintenance vehicle.
• Plan work and schedules to meet objectives.
• Work independently.
• Process work orders and delivery tickets.
• Build customer and supplier relations.
• Collaborate with Sales to meet customer expectations.

Skills

Rail lubrication

Customer service

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical

Job description

REF160S-6

Job Title: Service Technician

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Loram Technologies

Reports to: Assistant Manager, Field Services LTI

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Service Technician position is responsible for providing customer service and maintenance functions to Loram customers within a specific region. Maintaining unit uptime to customer expectations is critical to customer satisfaction, railroad fuel economy, and railroad’s wheel/rail life.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Functional/Technical Skills

• Service top of rail and gauge face lubricator units to specified guidelines.
• Perform lubrication service program for railroad customers.
• Uses logic and methods to solve problems to find effective solutions.
• Understand and adhere to general railroad and Loram operating rules.

Managing and Measuring Work

• Manage inventory held on maintenance vehicle through company processes.
• Plans work based on length and task difficulty, develops schedules, and anticipates and adjusts for problems to meet objectives.
• Able to work independently.

Written Communication

• Process work orders and complete all necessary delivery tickets, warranty paperwork, and returns through approved company processes.
• Proactive problem resolution

Customer Focus

• Build customer and supplier relations for improved products and services.
• Work with Sales Department to ensure customer expectations are met.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Decision Making
• Customer Focus
• Planning and Organizing
• Work Standards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: High School Diploma/ Equivalent

Licenses/Certifications: Maintain railroad safety training and certifications

Ability to obtain a CDL.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical

Experience: 1+ years of Field service experience with customer facing role

2+ years working in a railroad environment, Field service, and Basic computer skills

PREEMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and role-specific assessments. Components may include DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Audiogram.
• Position requires successful completion of an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram’s railroad customers. Ongoing eligibility is subject to compliance with eRailSafe standards.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram’s Driving Policy.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 100% travel, using any method of transportation. Adequate transportation to and from
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
• Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
• Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

Benefits:

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation:

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

The pay range for this position is between $47,200-$66,000