Service Technician-CDL
Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. · Des Moines, IA · 1 wk ago
Engineering$47k–$66k/yrFull-time
About the role
Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is a global leader in track maintenance technology, services, and solutions for the railway industry. For over 70 years, Loram has delivered industry-leading innovation through cutting-edge rail grinding, ballast maintenance, and inspection systems — ensuring safer, more reliable, and cost-effective rail operations for customers worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Service top of rail and gauge face lubricator units to specified guidelines.
- Perform lubrication service program for railroad customers.
- Uses logic and methods to solve problems to find effective solutions.
- Manage inventory held on maintenance vehicle through company processes.
- Plans work based on length and task difficulty, develops schedules, and anticipates and adjusts for problems to meet objectives.
- Process work orders and complete all necessary delivery tickets, warranty paperwork, and returns through approved company processes.
- Proactive problem resolution
- Build customer and supplier relations for improved products and services.
- Work with Sales Department to ensure customer expectations are met.
Qualifications
- Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/Equivalent
- Maintain railroad safety training and certifications
- Ability to obtain a CDL
- PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical
- 1+ years of Field service experience with customer facing role
- 2+ years working in a railroad environment, Field service, and Basic computer skills
Behavioral Competencies
- Communication
- Building Customer Loyalty
- Decision Making
- Customer Focus
- Planning and Organizing
- Work Standards
Benefits
- Comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance;
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options;
- Wellness programs;
- Basic life and AD&D insurance;
- Voluntary life insurance;
- Company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage;
- 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- Behavioral health support;
- Leaves of absence.
Compensation
The pay range for this position is between $47,200-$66,000
Schedule
100% travel, using any method of transportation. Adequate transportation to and from.
Working Conditions
- Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Able to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
- Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
- Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
- Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.