Quality Assurance Write Up Inspector, Railcar Repair
Kingsport, TN - USA
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.
Transco Rail Services along with Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor delivers fullservice railcar repair and maintenance through a broad North American network of fixed shops and mobile field service teams. Serving freight and tank car fleets across multiple industries we are committed to safety compliance quality and reliable service.
Job Description:
The Field Operations QA/WriteUp Inspector supports safe compliant and efficient railcar repair operations by conducting inspections preparing accurate repair documentation and ensuring adherence to AAR/FRA regulatory standards. This role provides critical quality administrative and compliance support to mobile and minishop field operations.
This position works closely with supervisors technicians customers and vendors to ensure repair documentation accuracy regulatory compliance and timely billing.
Conducts incoming inprocess and final railcar inspections to ensure compliance with AAR/FRA regulations and company quality standards.
Prepares accurate railcar writeups and repair documentation to support field operations and invoicing.
Creates and verifies Billing Repair Cards (BRCs) to ensure accurate customer billing and reporting.
Maintains control of repair documentation procedures drawings and regulatory records.
Identifies railcar components valves fittings and required materials to support repair activities.
Communicates inspection results and documentation details with supervisors technicians customers and vendors.
General Requirements
High school diploma or GED required.
23 years of experience in railcar repair inspection or related administrative support preferred.
Strong knowledge of AAR/FRA rules and regulations preferred.
Ability to read interpret and apply technical documents forms and repair procedures.
Proficiency with computers and basic office equipment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with customers vendors supervisors and internal teams.
Commitment to safety quality and regulatory compliance.
Physical Requirements
Ability to traverse repair shops rail yards and field service environments.
Ability to climb ladders bend stoop kneel and work at heights during inspections.
Ability to work in confined spaces when required.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Prolonged periods of desk and computer work may be required.
Ability to work extended hours as business needs require.
Why Join Our Team
We take pride in offering our employees competitive benefits and a stable safetydriven work environment. We appreciate detailoriented and qualityfocused individuals which is why we offer:
Benefits Effective on Day 1
Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
Companypaid employee and dependent life insurance
Companypaid sickness and accident income
401(k) with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Holiday Pay and Vacation
Marmon Employee Discount Program
Pay Range $65000 - $75000
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional jobrelated screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
Transco Rail Services is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the recruiting process.
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.
Required Experience:
IC