Tank Car Repair Technician I

Guardian-Rail,-LLC; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Guardian Rail seeks Repair Technicians for its Maumee facility to inspect and repair railcars to FRA and AAR specifications. The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, welding, and operation of power tools in year-round outdoor conditions.

Candidates should have rail industry or heavy manufacturing experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to read blueprints and written instructions. A sign-on bonus is offered and a competitive pay scale based on experience.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in industrial or heavy manufacturing preferred.
• Must read and interpret safety rules, maintenance instructions, procedures, and blueprints.
• Ability to write basic reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rules.
• Follow Guardian Rail safety procedures and maintain clean work areas.
• Disassemble damaged railcars and tank cars as needed.
• Apply welding via specified processes and use power tools safely.
• Operate equipment like forklifts, cranes, or hoists after training.
• Adhere to quality procedures and document work per QA program.
• Work well in a team and communicate clearly.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Math skills

Physical stamina

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinding tools

Job description

Summary DescriptionGuardian Rail is proud to operate one of the country’s leading freight rail services and transportation companies with a large network of freight and tank car repair facilities, a nationwide network of running repair agents, and a rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites.We are currently seeking Repair Technicians for our Maumee repair facility. Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to customer and industry specifications. We seek candidates with rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or mechanical assembly.We offer a sign on/retention bonus of $1,500, payable over the first 12 months of employment and a competitive pay scale based on skills and relevant experience. Candidates must have a safety and quality mindset and enjoy hands-on work in year-round outdoor conditions.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rulesLearn and adhere to all Guardian Rail safety proceduresKeep work area in a clean and orderly manner so as to comply with Guardian Rail, OSHA and environmental rules and regulationsFollow written and verbal directionsWork effectively in a team environmentPossess a thorough understanding of railcar and tank car, components and/or shop work orderUnderstand inventory controlAssist in disassembly of damaged railcars and tank carsApply FRA, AAR Interchange Rules when repairing railcars and tank carsMaintain a high level of quality with an understanding of Guardian Rail's Quality Assurance Program.Perform repairs such as, but not limited to, basic mechanics, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on various types of railcars or tank cars as requiredSet up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines and processes, and oxy fuel operation in heating and cutting processesComply with company's Safety Program by following all in-house and OSHA rules, regulations and proceduresComply with company's Quality Program by following all in-house quality processes and procedures and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations as well as any client specific proceduresComplete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, manlift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist or hydraulic boomMeet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight car and MSRP C-III Appendix R & W for tank car utilizing GMAW (Hard wire), FCAW (Flux Core) and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination#Indeed123QualificationsHigh-school diploma or equivalentPrior experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environmentMust be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprintsMust be able to write routine report and correspondence and speak and communicate effectivelyMust possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical conceptsMust possess reasoning ability to solve practical problemsMust be able to full pass a fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screeningsPhysical Demands & Work EnvironmentThe physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid conditions. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and low precarious places, as well as in confined spaces.The work type is best described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very physical, and without proper work planning can result in out of position pushing, pulling and lifting. Proper body mechanics, positioning and lifting techniques can be very important. Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks, and to use lifting equipment when and where necessary. The positioning of the work being performed can change very frequently.Various heavier air and electric powered tools such as car jacks, impact wrenches, and grinders are used daily. Work also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels, socket wrenches, and ladders. Cutting torches are also used, with welding equipment used upon qualification of employee.Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling and visual acuity, with color and depth perceptionAbility to work in a confined spaceRequired to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate