Overview

Assists Railcar Mechanic in all aspects of repairing GATX owned railcars, while also learning more advanced skills. Accurately completes required documentation directly related to repairs performed. Reads blueprints, schematics, and interchange rules outlined in MSRP and Field Manual of the AAR Interchange Rules. 

Responsibilities

What will you be doing?

Assists Railcar Mechanic in all aspects of repairing GATX owned railcars, while also learning more advanced skills. Accurately completes required documentation directly related to repairs performed. Reads blueprints, schematics, and interchange rules outlined in MSRP and Field Manual of the AAR Interchange Rules.

The Apprentice Railcar Mechanic must become proficient in and knowledgeable about railcar repair responsibilities, further developing railcar repair skills by learning from experienced Railcar Mechanics and Sr. Railcar Mechanics.

Key Activities:

Qualifications

What is required of you?

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience and/or training required; minimum of 1 year related experience and/or training strongly preferred.
• Willingness to work toward Class C welding certification (2G, 3G, 4G) required.
• Willingness to work toward Air Brake certification required.
• Willingness to complete the Class B weld test required.
• Willingness to obtain a Visual Testing - NDT-VT required.
• Willingness to obtain a Bubble Leak Test certification, either NDT-LT or NDT-BT, required.
• Willingness to obtain a Magnetic Particle Testing – NDT – MT required.

What are we looking for?

• Follow all Safety Rules and Procedures
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills
• Detail Oriented
• Results Driven and Self – starter
• Team Player<>
• Decision-making ability

Other things to note:

• This position will interact with Managers and Production personnel. The primary impact for this position is repairing the GATX Fleet. This position will become knowledgeable in multiple welding processes while learning AAR Interchange Rules.
• Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions
• Must be able to perform overhead work for extended periods
• Must be able to lift (vertically) up to 85 pounds from the ground surface
• Must be able to push / pull (horizontally) up to 140 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights
• Must be able to work in extreme temperature environments
• Must be able to physically enter confined space (rail car manways as small as 18” in diameter) and work in enclosed environments

GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.