Union Tank Car Company - UTLX ยท 1 day ago
Experienced Railcar Repair Technician (Travel Required)
Galena Park, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expUnion Tank Car Company (UTLX) is a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings, committed to making a positive impact through diverse learning and working opportunities. The Railcar Repair Technician is responsible for conducting all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars while demonstrating good leadership and safety-conscious skills.
ManufacturingPublic TransportationTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars comply with all FRA, AAR, and customer requirements
Perform repairs as necessary while always using current safety and quality standards and repair procedures
Perform mechanical repairs to railroad freight cars including tank and hopper cars when required
Occasionally performing welding repairs when needed
Coordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hours
Maintain 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 tasks
Interact well with team members and supervision
Meet the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver a best-in-class customer experience
Ensure all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete
Actively participate in safety assessments and equipment inspections
Follow all safety rules and practices
May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must Have Railcar / Tank Car Repair Experience
Must Be Open To Project Based Traveling Nationwide
Tank Car Experience Required - Preferably 2yrs
Some travel may be required
Understand and perform all work outlined under Supervision
Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars comply with all FRA, AAR, and customer requirements
Perform repairs as necessary while always using current safety and quality standards and repair procedures
Perform mechanical repairs to railroad freight cars including tank and hopper cars when required
Occasionally performing welding repairs when needed
Coordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hours
Maintain 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 tasks
Interact well with team members and supervision
Meet the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver a best-in-class customer experience
Ensure all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete
Actively participate in safety assessments and equipment inspections
Follow all safety rules and practices
May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Have a High School Diploma or GED
Demonstrate job-related knowledge including following written instructions
Demonstrate an ability to safely operate machinery including, but not limited to large work vehicles, which may also pull trailers from time to time, and forklifts
Be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including any overtime
Ability to learn basic railcar knowledge
Proficiency with the use of basic hand and power tools
Ability to learn basic knowledge of how to read Engineering drawings
Ability to obtain the following within 6 - 12 months (timeline and required test depend on specific location): Welding and Airbrake Test certifications
Must be legal to work in the United State now and in the future without sponsorship requirements
Moderate to heavy physical effort involved, must be comfortable lifting 35lbs consistently
Lifts and carries necessary equipment to railcar to perform work
Safely climbs, walks, and balances on top of railcars while performing repair work
Must follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury
Preferred
Tank Qualification experience is a plus
Any type of welding/mechanical experience or railcar knowledge is preferred
Ability to pass DOT Requirements is a plus
Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
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
Company
Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) is a leading manufacturer, lessor and maintainer of tank cars and other specialized railcars.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-10-23
EIN Presswire
2025-08-13
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