Maintenance Technician; 1st Shift

Transco Rail Services

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 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.

At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing.

This role is responsible for maintaining plant equipment and ensuring facility systems operate safely and efficiently.

• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) and inspections (daily, weekly, monthly, annual)
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment including forklifts, compressors, blast equipment, motors, and drives
• Maintain and repair HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Perform lubrication, oil changes, and mechanical repairs on plant equipment
• Support maintenance of diesel and gas-powered equipment

• Complete general facility maintenance (lighting, filters, minor repairs, snow/debris removal)
• Perform custodial duties including cleaning, waste disposal, and maintaining common areas
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate equipment status and priorities
• Conduct 5S inspections and help maintain an organized, clean work environment

• Follow all safety policies and use required PPE at all times
• Support EHS and Quality programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulations
• Participate in safety inspections and Safety Committee activities
• Coordinate with vendors and support facility maintenance projects
• Identify and recommend improvements to equipment and facility operations

• Hands‑On Work – Spend your day working directly on equipment and systems
• Variety – No two days are the same across maintenance, repair, and facility support
• Skill Development – Opportunity to build mechanical, electrical, and technical skills
• Growth Path – Clear progression across Maintenance Technician levels

We’re seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined technician who takes pride in safety and quality.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance or related experience
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read basic drawings and perform basic math
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

• Experience in industrial, rail, or manufacturing environments
• Welding experience or equipment diagnostics experience
• Experience maintaining diesel and gas-powered equipment

• Majority of time spent in an industrial shop environment
• Exposure to noise, equipment, and varying indoor/outdoor temperatures
• Physical work including lifting (up to 50 lbs.), climbing, and standing for extended periods
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and on uneven surfaces
• Use of PPE including respirators, hearing protection, and safety equipment

We know this role requires skill, flexibility, and commitment, and we compensate accordingly.

• Stable, long‑term career within a growing organization

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth opportunities across Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway companies

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