Traveling Railcar Repair Technician

Union Tank Car Company; Robinson (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Sickness and accident insurance

401k matching

Safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday pay

Vacation

Employee discount

Job summary

Transco Rail Services, part of Marmon Holdings, seeks a Railcar Technician to repair and maintain tank cars, lead teams safely, and ensure customer satisfaction across Midwest sites with some travel. You must be able to follow current repair procedures, perform inspections, and manage related clerical tasks.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, tool proficiency, and a valid driver’s license; welding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability required.
• Ability to use hand tools and perform basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Welding background a plus; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars.
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork with safety emphasis.
• Perform railcar inspections and repairs per AAR rules and procedures.
• Provide customer support and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Handle invoicing, inspection, and work order data accurately.
• Maintain certifications including tank car welding and stay up-to-date with regulations.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Team player

Hand tools

Customer relations

Welding (plus)

Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

Traveling Required to other sites in the midwest region to cover for employees on leave or vacation 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.

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

Travel expectations

10%

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

Hourly Starting Rate: $24.46

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

We are an equal opportunity workplace (EEOC) LI‑DNI Pay Range: 21.92 - 26.80

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

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.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.