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Union Tank Car Company - UTLX · 2 weeks ago

Lead - Railcar Repair Technician

Pasadena, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$23.15/hr - $30.37/hr

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) is a provider of leasing, manufacturing, and repair services for railroad tank cars. The Lead Railcar Technician will conduct repairs and maintenance on railcars, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while also providing leadership and training to team members.

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 supervisor

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

Fill in for Supervisor duties when out

Assist with internal and external audits

Ordering parts, receiving PO’s and inventory management

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

RT3 / RT3F certificationsTM-02/TM-03 Quality TrainingMechanical repairsWelding repairsRailcar inspectionsInventory managementSafety assessmentsCustomer interactionBasic hand toolsEngineering drawingsTeam leadership

Required

Must hold RT3 / RT3F certifications at minimum which includes Air Brake Testing (ABT) and Designated Inspector (DI)

Must have completion of TM-02/TM-03 Quality Training

High school diploma or GED required

Must hold a Valid Driver's License

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 perform confined space entry or monitoring and create hot work permits

Ability to pass any required NDT disciplines and function specific certifications, which may include tank car welding, and demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations

Ability to obtain all of the certifications required for Railcar Tech Level 5: Timeline and required test depend on specific location

Must be legal to work in the United State now and in the future without sponsorship requirements

Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from the ground surface

Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights

Must be able to work in confined spaces and be able to enter into a 20" diameter access hatch

Must be able to perform a FIT Test and wear a respirator

Must be able to pass company physical exam, drug screening and background check