CF Rail Services · 15 hours ago
Field Service Technician
CF Rail Services is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago and is a leader in transportation asset services. The Field Service Technician delivers exceptional customer service by providing onsite mobile repairs at customer facilities, ensuring quality workmanship and compliance with industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Successfully complete, perform, and maintain the Field Service Apprentice job functions
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Meet the requirements and pass CFRS’ welding procedures (3/4" plate - all position FCAW). Qualification consists of successfully passing FCAW T2 thickness – all position
Knowledge of AAR Job Codes and associated data field requirements
Properly use AAR Rule 1 and various inspection gages
Perform trouble-shooting diagnostics at customer locations based on defect symptoms reported
NDE qualified based on operational needs (BT, VT,PT,MP,RVI,UTT)
Documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, man lift, crane, back hoe, skid loader, hoist or hydraulic boom
Successfully complete this positions “Education/Formal Training” requirements
Wear PPE in appropriate areas
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Successfully pass the following courses with an 80% or higher score coordinated by CF Rail Management: AAR Interchange Rules, Freight Car Inspection Overview, Basics of Railroad Wheels, FRA Railroad Safety Appliance Standards (Condensed Course) Coupler & Draft Systems course, Guide to Freight Car Trucks course, Body and Truck Side Bearing Gaging and Adjustment Course
Meet the requirements and pass CFRS' welding procedures (3/4" plate - all position FCAW). Qualification consists of successfully passing FCAW T2 thickness – all position
Knowledge of AAR Job Codes and associated data field requirements
Properly use AAR Rule 1 and various inspection gages
Perform trouble-shooting diagnostics at customer locations based on defect symptoms reported
NDE qualified based on operational needs (BT, VT, PT, MP, RVI, UTT)
Documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, man lift, crane, back hoe, skid loader, hoist or hydraulic boom
Successfully complete this positions 'Education/Formal Training' requirements
Wear PPE in appropriate areas
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suit and BRC generation software/ shop operating system
Ability to deliver high level of customer service via phone and face to face interaction
Team player
Effective listening skills
Effective communications skills (written and verbal)
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English language
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to operate welding equipment
Ability to operate electrical and pneumatic tools
Ability to operate heavy equipment (Cranes, Jacks)
Ability to operate Forklifts, Mobile Service Trucks, Boom Lifts
Required valid driver's licenses, and ability to drive Company vehicles when necessary
Ability to travel within established 200-mile region
Ability to travel for an extended period of time
Benefits
Includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including HSA and FSA accounts with employer contributions toward HSA
Includes a 100% Company-paid disability and life insurance plans
Includes a 401K plan with company match PLUS additional end-of-year funding
Provides paid vacation time (tiered based on tenure), as well as personal time, sick days and summer half days for certain roles
Provides 10 paid holidays annually
Provides paid parental leave for new parents, as well as a monetary gift towards a 529 education account
Provides a confidential Employee Assistance Program
Provides training and tuition reimbursement
Provides community service opportunities, charity match opportunities, employee recognition programs, and many celebrations!
Company
CF Rail Services
CF Rail Services is a railcar repair & maintenance provider specializing in the lining, coating, cleaning, testing, & inspection services.
Funding
Current Stage
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