UTLX

Come join a team where People make the difference!  As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

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.

*Must Have Railcar / Tank Car Repair Experience*
*Must Be Open To Project Based Traveling Nationwide*

*Internal Employees who Qualify will receive pay increase*

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX)

Provides leasing, manufacturing, and repair services to our customers and owns/manages one of the largest fleets of railroad tank cars in North America. Our manufacturing plants are state-of-the-art, and our fleet is maintained by a large, sophisticated repair network consisting of geographically-placed repair shops and mobile repair crews. With over 126 years in this industry, UTLX has a long history that provides a solid name and foundation on which to build customer relationships. UTLX is financially stable and a Berkshire Hathaway company. Our field site locations currently number about 80 throughout North America. We are searching for people with a positive outlook and strong work ethic, to be part of the UTLX success story.

Tank Car Experience Required - Preferably 2yrsSome travel may be requiredTank Qualification experience is a plusUnderstand and perform all work outlined under SupervisionConduct railcar inspections to ensure cars comply with all FRA, AAR, and customer requirementsPerform repairs as necessary while always using current safety and quality standards and repair proceduresPerform mechanical repairs to railroad freight cars including tank and hopper cars when requiredOccasionally performing welding repairs when neededCoordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hoursMaintain work area in a neat and orderly manner and report potential hazards.Notify supervision of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasksInteract well with team members and supervisionMeet the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver a best-in-class customer experienceEnsure all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and completeActively participate in safety assessments and equipment inspectionsFollow all safety rules and practicesMay be involved in safety committees or initiativesPerform other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Required

Have a High School Diploma or GEDDemonstrate job-related knowledge including following written instructionsDemonstrate an ability to safely operate machinery including, but not limited to large work vehicles, which may also pull trailers from time to time, and forkliftsBe dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including any overtimeAbility to learn basic railcar knowledgeProficiency with the use of basic hand and power toolsAbility to learn basic knowledge of how to read Engineering drawingsAbility to pass DOT Requirements is a plusAbility to perform confined space entry or monitoring and create hot work permitsAbility to pass any required NDT disciplines and function specific certifications, which may include tank car welding, and demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulationsAbility to obtain the following within 6 - 12 months (timeline and required test depend on specific location): Welding and Airbrake Test certificationsAny type of welding/mechanical experience or railcar knowledge is a preferredMust be legal to work in the United State now and in the future without sponsorship requirements

Environmental and Working Conditions

The physical environment for this job requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat or cold, wet, humid, or dry and dusty conditions. The employee may be frequently exposed to heights that require the use of fall protection equipment. Team members are required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions and job function details dictate.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Moderate to heavy physical effort involved, must be comfortable lifting 35lbs consistentlyLifts and carries necessary equipment to railcar to perform workSafely climbs, walks, and balances on top of railcars while performing repair workMust follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury

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, Medical, Dental, VisionCompany-paid employee and dependent life insuranceCompany-paid sickness and accident income401k matchingAnnual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wearHoliday payVacationMarmon employee discount program

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 careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.