Railcar Repair Technician

About the role

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.

Transco Rail Services, along with Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor, delivers full‑service railcar repair and maintenance through a broad North American network of fixed shops and mobile field service teams. Serving freight and tank car fleets across multiple industries, we are committed to safety, compliance, quality, and reliable service.

Responsibilities

• Conducts all aspects of repair and maintenance on tank cars.
• Demonstrates good leadership and team skills while being safety-conscious.
• Uses current repair procedures for railcar repair.
• Conducts railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance and performs repairs as necessary.
• Meets the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure their satisfaction of work.
• Ensures that all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is complete.
• Maintains all certifications and demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations.
• Performs other work-related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have mechanical aptitude, ability to problem-solve and to make decisions.
• Ability to use hand tools such as pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, and other equipment to chip and grind weld slag or spatter.
• Must handle and successfully complete basic railcar repairs and inspections.
• Consistently demonstrate skill in customer relations, using good interpersonal skills and be able to work as a part of a team.
• Demonstrates an ability to work safely and follow proper procedures.
• Must work in all types of weather conditions.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Travel required: up to 30%, including weekly local travel, potential regional day trips, and potential overnight travel as needed.

Physical 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 perform a FIT Test and wear a respirator.
• Must be able to pass company physical exam, drug screening and background check.

Benefits

• Benefits effective on Day 1.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 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 - 10 total.
• Vacation.
• Marmon employee discount program.

Pay

Starting Pay Rate: $24.92/hr

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. Overtime available.