Valve Specialist

Union Tank Car Company; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Tuition reimbursement

Medical coverage

Life insurance

401k

Safety shoe reimbursement

Parental Leave

Holiday pay

Employee discount

Referral bonus

Job summary

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) is seeking to add a production team member to its Cleveland, TX shop. Join a safety‑driven, hands‑on environment focused on repairing and testing tank cars, fittings, and valves. Applicants should be mechanically minded and capable of working independently or with a team.

Duties include reading instructions, following procedures, and maintaining quality while adhering to union rules. The role offers steady shifts with overtime as required and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent or ability to pass a basic skills assessment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret safety rules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble fittings on tank cars.
• Test tank car, fittings, and valves to detect defects.
• Rebuild tank car fittings and valves using specified procedures.
• Identify and repair leaks in tank car coils.
• Conduct single-car brake tests when required.
• Fit mechanical parts and subassemblies into machinery or products.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and report safety hazards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Reading/safety rules

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Attendance reliability

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UTLX 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. Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) is seeking applicants to become a member of our production team at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in Cleveland, Texas. UTLX is a trusted industry leader, recognized for its regulatory, engineering, and commercial expertise, and is the preferred railcar and services provider for many customers nationwide. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX is headquartered in Chicago's financial district, near major public transportation hubs. ULTX offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, along with the opportunity to be a part of a collaborative, safety-focused team that values enthusiasm, craftsmanship, professional growth and continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble fittings on tank cars
• Test tank car, fittings, and valves to detect defects
• Rebuild tank car fittings and valves using specified procedures
• Identify and repair leaks in tank car coils
• Conduct single-car brake test when required
• Fit mechanical parts and subassemblies into machinery or products
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and report potential safety hazards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or ability to pass a Combined Basic Skills Assessment Test
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly documents
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work any shift, including overtime, as permitted by the union contract
• Dependable attendance and reliability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an Industrial Repair or Manufacturing environment.
• Rail industry experience
• Valve and fittings experience
• Tank car knowledge or experience

Work Environment & Schedule

• Work is performed in an industrial railcar repair environment involves regular exposure to challenging physically demanding and environmental conditions.
• Duties may be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heat, and noise is common
• Job requires moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting, climbing, working at heights, and working in confined spaces
• Must be able to enter tank cars through 20‑inch manway openings
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination required for tool and equipment operation
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills
• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols
• Vision correctable to 20/30 for inspection tasks
• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime as required.

Disclaimer: Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 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, to include background check, physical, and drug and alcohol screen.

It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.

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… Competitive wages with shift differential pay Tuition reimbursement program Medical, dental and vision coverage Company-paid life insurance for employees and dependents Company-paid disability coverage 401k with generous company match Annual safety shoe reimbursement Parental Leave Holiday and vacation pay Marmon employee discount program Employee referral bonus program Pay Range: 27.65 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.

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.

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