Valve Specialist

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

401k with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday and vacation pay

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

UTLX, a Marmon Holdings company, seeks a Valve Specialist for our Cleveland, TX rail tank car repair shop. The role focuses on construction, repair, testing, and support of tank car valves and fittings in a unionized manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, the ability to follow procedures, and are capable of working various shifts with overtime. The job includes environments with physical demands and safety protocols, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive

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

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

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Reading instructions

Problem-solving

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valve and fittings experience

Tank car knowledge

Rail industry experience

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. UTLX 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.

The Valve Specialist is responsible for the construction, repair, testing, and support of tank car valves and fittings. This role is ideal for individuals with mechanical aptitude who are eager to learn a skilled trade through hands‑on, on‑the‑job training in a unionized manufacturing environment. Duties may vary, and employees may be asked to perform additional job functions as needed.

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.

Why Join Our Team?

• 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

26.59

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

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.