Entry Technician, Mobile Repair

Job Description

Entry Technician, Mobile Repair – Wood River, IL. Trinity Rail is hiring an Entry Mobile Repair Technician.

Our products are an integral part of the supply chain that helps fuel our lives and our economy. Over the last 85 years, Trinity Industries has grown to over 6,000 employees strong with the common purpose of Delivering Goods, For the Good of All.

The Entry Mobile Repair Technician position is a great opportunity for a resilient, team‑minded individual who doesn’t stray away from a challenge.

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure cars are in compliance.
• Perform repairs as necessary while always using current repair procedures.
• Meet the expectations and requirements of all customers to ensure we deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Ensure all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is accurate and complete. Has the ability to pass any required NDT disciplines and function specific certifications, which may include tank car welding, and demonstrates strong familiarity with AAR rules and regulations.
• Actively participate in safety assessments and equipment inspections.
• Work within confined spaces and from elevated heights as required to perform work. Able to perform confined space monitoring and create hot work permits.
• Follow all safety rules and practices.
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Understand and complete all basic required on-board training in regard to safety and quality. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to learn all major railcar components and basic functions.
• Work under the direct supervision of a Career Mobile Technician or higher position to perform specific repair processes to railcars.
• Use hand tools such as hammers, torches, wrenches, hydraulic jacks, pneumatic tools, and others as required.
• May be required to obtain specialized qualification and training in one of the following:
  Air Brake Testing, Welding, Gasket Valves and Fasteners, BLTII, PTII, VTII, Qualified Coating Applicator, Qualified Coating Inspector, Qualified Abrasive Blaster or other qualifications as applicable.
• Any type of welding/Valve/mechanical experience or railcar knowledge is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.