Welder

Union Tank Car Company; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k matching

Shoe allowance

Holiday and vacation pay

Marmon employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) in Marion, Ohio, part of Marmon Holdings and Berkshire Hathaway, seeks production team members for our full-service rail tank car repair shop. You’ll weld, repair, and maintain tank cars, read blueprints, and operate shop tools in a fast-paced environment.

Earn competitive wages with benefits, and join a team valued for enthusiasm, hard work, expertise, growth, and progressive thinking.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or pass a Combined Basic Skills Test
• Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company
• Must read blueprints and use shop measuring devices
• Must complete qualification for non-destructive testing procedures
• Able to work in a team or independently
• Follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc.
• Performs welded repairs using air arc cutting torch and welding equipment
• Uses hand tools to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter
• Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts using hand and power tools
• Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area and reports hazards

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading gauges

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Air arc cutting torch

Stick/wire welding equipment

Welding gauges

Dial gauges

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 is seeking applicants to become a member of our production team at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in Marion, Ohio. Union Tank Car Company's regulatory, engineering, and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX headquarters is in Chicago's financial district, close to major public transportation hubs. ULTX offers competitive compensation and benefits, as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, hard work, expertise, growth, and progressive thinking are all valued

Primary Job Functions

This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions.

• Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc.
• Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment.
• Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter.
• Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools.
• Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or pass a Combined Basic Skills Test
• Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company
• Must be able to demonstrate job related knowledge/shills of reading blueprints and use common shop measuring devices such as straight edge rulers, welding gauges and dial gauges.
• Must be able to successfully complete qualification requirements to perform applicable Non-destructive testing procedures.
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently
• Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions
• Have analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Safety and quality focused
• Be available to work any shift, and be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including overtime, as allowed per the union contract

Environmental & Working Conditions

Moderate to heavy physical effort involved. Lifts and carries necessary equipment to car to perform operation. Climbs, walks, and balances on top of car while welding. Possibility of exposure to x-ray radiation hazards. Must follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury. Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind off excess weld slag or spatter. Some outside work possible minor cuts and bruises. Must exercise caution in operation of equipment in confined areas. Possible exposure to hazardous materials or hazardous waste from leaks or spills of these materials while moving or storing them.

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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
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid disability
• 401k matching
• Annual safety shoe allowance and prescription safety wear
• Holiday and vacation pay
• Marmon employee discount programme
• Tuition reimbursement programme
• Employee referral bonus programme

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.

Pay Range: 30.47

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 ...

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