Operations Technician

Job Description

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company.

We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Wabtec is firmly committed to continually providing consistently high levels of quality and reliability, competitive products, to meet or exceed customer expectations in a timely manner, and continually improving the effectiveness of the quality management system.

Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm

This position is responsible using a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions to perform a series of operations to correctly disassemble components.

• Follow detailed disassembly instructions, processes and procedures
• Disassemble components by utilizing hand and power tools
• Cleans and buffs components
• Wash components in solvent and run parts through parts washer
• Blowout parts to remove solvent and dirt
• Maintain a clean and safe work place in accordance with 5S protocol
• Make sure that schedules are being ran exactly as they are listed
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)
• Turn off equipment when not in use
• Attention to detail in a fast paced environment

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic mechanics. Specialized equipment used in this job
• Hand tools Other skills and qualifications
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Perform the same task repeatedly

• The employee will normally work on the production shop floor that does not have controlled temperatures and will vary based on weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes and minimal to moderate noise.

The hourly rate for this role is $16 per hour. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable). Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion.

We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. Our commitment is to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world‑class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital‑rail‑and‑transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance…