Travel Railcar Repair Technician

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Galena Park (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Transco Rail Services, as part of Marmon Holdings, backs by Berkshire Hathaway, is seeking a Travel Railcar Repair Technician to lead and perform tank car maintenance across a broad North American network.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to AAR rules, and strong customer relations, with 75% travel and a base wage alongside progression. Must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to operate hand tools. Email: [e-mail] for details.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Welding background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Railcar Repair – uses current repair procedures and inspects railcars for compliance.
• Customer Support – meets customer expectations and ensures satisfaction with work.
• Clerical – ensures invoicing, inspection, and work order information are complete.
• Maintains all certifications, including tank car welding, and keeps required certifications up to date.
• Other work-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Team player

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 Travel 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.
• _ Travel 75% _
• 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…

• $27.07/hour with progression
• 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) #LI-DNI

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.