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Job Location:
Muscatine, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.
Union Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a member of our production team at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in Muscatine Iowa. Union Tank Car Companys regulatory engineering and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway UTLX headquarters is in Chicagos financial district close to major public transportation hubs. ULTX offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm hard work expertise growth and progressive thinking are all valued.
Primary Job Functions
This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be to perform all job functions.
Operates locomotive to transport material and spot rail cars utilizing instructions from a switch list.
Regularly operates locomotive in a congested area and must use considerable caution to prevent damage to rail cars or accidents to employees.
Operates switches and directs flow of cars in rail yard.
Maintains area in a neat and orderly manner and reports work hazards.
Eligibility Requirements
Must have a high school diploma GED or pass a Combined Basic Skills Test
Have experience in machine operation
Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently
Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
Ability to read interpret and follow documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions procedure manuals and assembly instructions
Safety and quality focused
Willingness to wear required PPE at all times and always work safely.
Must have valid drivers license
Be available to work any shift and be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including overtime as allowed per the union contract
Environmental & Working Conditions
Will have to lift 50 pounds safely and drag blast hose over the full length of railcar
Will perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body such as climbing lifting balancing walking stooping and handling of materials
May work in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 4 ft. off the ground with proper PPE and fall protection
Close mental and visual attention coordinating manual dexterity with mental and visual attention for sustained periods of time
Why Join Our Team
We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer...
Competitive wages with shift differential pay
Medical dental vision
Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
Company-paid disability
401k matching and pension
Annual safety shoe allowance and prescription safety wear
Holiday and vacation pay
Marmon employee discount program
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee referral bonus and perfect attendance bonus programs
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law to include background check physical and drug and alcohol screen.
DISCLAIMER:
It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons and to recruit hire train promote and compensate persons in all job without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or sexual orientation gender identify protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.
Pay Range:
26.27We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical dental vision 401k matching and more!
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
