Write-Up Inspector

About the role

As part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll lead at every level, ensuring safety, compliance, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The Write-Up Inspector inspects tank cars, reviews documentation, identifies defects and regulatory non-compliance, and prepares accurate repair estimates and billing repair cards in accordance with AAR, FRA, and company standards. This role performs final inspections to verify repair quality and completeness, collaborates with railroads, lessees, and internal partners, and supports claims resolution.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming tank cars to identify defects, damage, and regulatory non-compliance.
• Prepare detailed write-ups, billing repair cards, labor and material estimates, and proper repair coding.
• Interpret and apply AAR, FRA, fleet repair standards, customer requirements, and company procedures.
• Perform in-process and final inspections to confirm repairs meet regulatory and quality standards.
• Identify potential lease or damage claims and collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve them.
• Communicate inspection findings with railroads, lessees, outside inspectors, and internal teams to expedite repairs.
• Ensure inspections and estimates are completed accurately, thoroughly, and within required timeframes.
• Support quality initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and Responsible Care programs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of AAR and FRA regulations and tank car repair standards.
• Understanding of tank car design, components, and inspection processes.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to use railroad gauges, testing techniques, and inspection equipment.
• Ability to work independently, make sound judgments, and maintain a high level of attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in computer systems, including AS400, Lotus Notes, and Microsoft Office.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Performing duties in an industrial railcar repair environment with regular exposure to challenging physical and environmental conditions.
• Work is frequently conducted outdoors and may require extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heat, and noise associated with manufacturing and repair operations.
• Moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting and carrying materials, climbing in and out of railcars, working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to enter tank cars through 20-inch manway openings.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination to operate tools and safety equipment.
• Potential exposure to minor cuts, bruises, or other risks typical of an industrial setting.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills.
• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols.
• Vision correctable to 20/30 for inspection activities.
• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime as required.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance.
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability (STD) & Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• 401k with generous company match.
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement.
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid vacation.
• Marmon employee discount program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.

Pay

$65,250.00 - $79,750.00 per year.