Repair Technician B

Job Highlights

Company Profile

The Greenbrier Companies is a leading designer, manufacturer, and supplier of freight rail and marine transportation equipment and services.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a Repair Technician B who will be responsible for all aspects of railcar repair and maintenance using blueprints and work orders to make railcar repairs in compliance with Federal Rail Road Administration & The Association of American Rail Road’s regulations, maintaining accurate repair records, and ensuring all company guidelines and safety rules are followed when performing duties.

Education Level

• High School Education or equivalent

Work Experience

• 1-3 years of work experience

Duties/Responsibilities

• Complies with The Association of American Rail Road’s regulations, quality assurance standards, and safety rules relevant to Greenbrier Rail Services Environmental Health and Safety policies.
• Coordinates and completes repairs within assigned hours ensuring attention to detail in all aspects of work performed.
• Interacts with Supervisor and crew members in a team environment, and assists in the training and coaching of new employees when required.
• Performs assigned tasks under the direction of Supervisor and crew leader and notifies Supervisor or crew leader of materials/equipment needed to complete job tasks.
• Performs minor repairs to tools and equipment to maintain them in good working order.
• Performs set up and operation of metal working tools such as grinder, cutting torches, etc.
• Repairs and maintains railcars and railcar components such as bolsters, side framers, hitch heads, and box car doors, according to blueprints and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned including special processes.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to legibly record repairs made to railcars on forms provided.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while ensuring attention to detail.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as a caliper, micrometer, and tape measure.

Work Environment

• The physical environment requires the employee to work in hot and cold environments, in and out of the weather, and work safely around heavy equipment and on top of and under railcars, as well as around railroad tracks.
• Employees are required to use personal protective equipment such as steel toe boots, hard hats, hearing protection, safety glasses, welding and grinding shields, etc., or as environmental conditions dictate.

Benefits/Perks

• 401k Plan
• Discounts and Savings
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Income Protection
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Program

Employer’s Statement

The Greenbrier Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.