Union Tank Car Company

Come join a team where People make the difference!  As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

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. Candidates do not need prior experience to apply - all that is required is a strong work ethic, and ability and willingness to learn a new or improve a skill. Wages start at $25.00 an hour! Union Tank Car Company's 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 Chicago's 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 FunctionsThis is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions.Trains in and performs all daily work assignments as required by the department Supervisor and Lead ManUnderstands regulations and safety policies that apply to the assigned job and departmentEnsures completion of all documentation as defined by the Union Tank Car Company Quality Assurance ManualParticipates in the proper storage of incoming & on-hand materials in designated areas as required by the Manager of MaterialsParticipates in the inspection and quality of tanks produced from the assigned departmentParticipates actively in the safety of the work forcePerforms inspections to issued items to ensure that they are safe and in satisfactory conditionMaintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazardsParticipates actively in the shop organization and cleanlinessKnowledge and Skills RequiredHave a High School Diploma or GEDSwitchman and Material Handler positions require a valid driver's license with a clean recordMust be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independentlyAble to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervisionAbility to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructionsSafety and quality focusedBe available to work any shift, and be dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including overtime, as allowed per the union contractEnvironmental ConditionsWill have to lift 50 pounds safelyWill 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 materialsMay work in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 4 ft. off the ground with proper PPE and fall protectionSome positions may require working in inclement weather and require constant walkingWhy 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...Great union wages, with shift differential pay ($2.00/hr for 2nd shift & $1.00/hr for 3rd shift)Multiple opportunities for bonusesRescue team and lead person participation premiumsMedical, dental, visionFSA options and company-funded HSACompany-paid employee, spouse, and dependent life insuranceCompany-paid disability401k with company matching and a company-funded pensionTuition reimbursement programAnnual safety shoe allowanceCompany-paid prescription safety glasses, plus all other necessary PPEHoliday and vacation payMarmon employee discount programLocal Y membership discount#LI-DNI

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 careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.