Repair Technician, Lvl A

The Greenbrier Companies • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters. The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services. Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization. We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us. Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values, which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day. Summary The Repair Technician (level A) is 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 Roads regulations, maintaining accurate repair records, and ensuring all company guidelines and safety rules are followed when performing duties.

Requirements

• Ability to legibly record repairs made to railcars on forms provided.
• Ability to pass 2g, 3g & 4g weld test according to D15-1 welding code and perform Mig flux core welding and Arc/Stick welding after receiving in-house training.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while ensuring attention to detail.
• Ability to use machines and tools required to weld, cut, and gouge.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as a caliper, micrometer, and tape measure.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years’ work experience.
• High School education or equivalent.
• Ability to perform welding processes such as burning, air arc, and grinding.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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, precision measuring instruments, and welding equipment.
• Coordinates and completes repairs within assigned hours ensuring attention to detail in all aspects of work performed.
• Complies with The Association of American Rail Roads regulations, quality assurance standards, and safety rules relevant to Greenbrier Rail Services Environmental Health and Safety policies..
• 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 welder, grinder, cutting torches, etc.
• Interacts with Supervisor and crew members in a team environment, and assists in the training and coaching of new employees when required.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned including special processes, brake testing, NDT, switching or others as deemed necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED