UTLX
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The Cleaning Rack Operator is an entry‑level position responsible for safely cleaning, testing, and preparing rail tank car interiors by operating cleaning and monitoring equipment, with comprehensive on‑the‑job training, while following confined‑space, environmental, safety, and quality regulations in an industrial outdoor setting. Duties may vary, and employees may be asked to perform additional job functions as needed.
Union Tank Car Company(UTLX)is seeking applicants to become a member of our production team at our full-service rail tank car repair shop inCleveland,TexasUTLX is a trusted industry leader, recognized for its regulatory, engineering, and commercialexpertise, and is the preferred railcar and services provider for many customers nationwide.
Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLXisheadquarteredin Chicago's financial district,nearmajor public transportation hubs. ULTX offers competitive compensation andcomprehensivebenefits,along with theopportunity to be a part of acollaborative, safety-focusedteamthat valuesenthusiasm,craftsmanship, professionalgrowthand continuous improvement.
Primary Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Review cleaning and testing procedures prior to performing assigned work and before entering tank cars
Learn, follow, andcomply withconfined space entry procedures and all applicable safety policies
Verify calibration of testing equipment to ensureaccuratereadings, including LEL meters, oxygen content meters, pH meters, and Draeger meters
Connect andoperatehigh‑pressure air, steam, and water hoses, along with cleaning rack equipment
Perform manual cleaning of tank interiors asrequired
Operate andmonitortesting equipment throughout the cleaning process
Ensure cleaning procedures and equipmentcomply withcompany standards and EPA regulations
Maintain a clean, organized work area and promptly report potential safety hazards
Required Qualifications
High School Diplomaor equivalent,or ability to passa Combined Basic Skills Assessment Test
Demonstratedjob‑related computational skills and ability to read gauges, rulers, and applicable measuringdevices
Abilityto work effectivelyand efficientlyboth independentlyand as part of a team
Abilityto follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision
Ability to read,interpret, and adhere tosafety rules,operatingand maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, andother work-relateddocumentation
Strongfocus on safety and quality
Abilityto work any shift, including overtime,in accordance withtheunion contract
Dependable and reliable attendance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an Industrial Repair or Manufacturing environment.
Railindustryexperience
Tank carknowledgeorexperience
WorkEnvironment & Schedule
Work is performedin an industrial railcar repair environmentinvolvesregular exposure to challenging physicallydemandingand environmental conditions.
Duties may be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions
Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heat, and noise is common
Job requires moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting, climbing, working at heights, and working in confined spaces
Must be able to enter tank cars through 20‑inch manway openings
Manual dexterity and physical coordinationrequiredfor tool and equipment operation
Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills
Mustcomply withall required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols
On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime asrequired
Disclaimer
The duties listedaboveare notintended tolimit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list ofall responsibilities or tasks that may berequired Duties and activities may change at any time,with or without notice.
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.
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.
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
Tuition reimbursement program
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid life insurance for employees and dependents
Company-paid disability coverage
401k with generous company match
Annual safety shoe reimbursement
Parental Leave
Holiday and vacation pay
Marmon employee discount program
Employee referral bonus program
Pay Range:
29.70
We 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 careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
Marmon Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises more than 120 autonomous businesses serving diverse industries and markets worldwide.
