Lead Railcar Repair Technician

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Lead Railcar Repair Technician

Summary

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Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee daily railcar repair activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Interpret job work orders, drawings, blueprints, and schematics to perform and direct required repairs.
• Apply advanced welding, cutting, gouging, and fabrication skills in heavy steel repair and modifications.
• Train, mentor, and guide repair technicians to build technical knowledge and ensure proper work practices.
• Monitor material and equipment needs, reporting shortages to management.
• Enforce all Environmental Health & Safety policies, maintaining a clean and compliant work area.
• Ensure compliance with AAR, ARS, and customer quality assurance standards.
• Communicate with supervisors, customers, and team members regarding project progress and repair status.
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.

Job Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in railcar repair, industrial fabrication, or heavy equipment welding.
• Strong welding and fabrication background (MIG, stick, arc welding; torch cutting; heavy steel work required).
• Demonstrated leadership or foreman-level experience leading crews in an industrial or repair environment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply blueprints/schematics.
• Valid, unexpired driver's license required.
• Must be 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Must pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Previous military or industrial leadership experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting and consistently meet deadlines.
• Stable work history with good professional references.
• PSC is a veteran-friendly company. Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Why join the PSC team?

• Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
• We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
• The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
• Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.
• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do-how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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