Railcar Technician

Railcar Technician

Natchitoches, LA

PSC Group is now hiring entry level Railcar Technician to join our team! This is a regular full-time, essential position with potential advancement opportunities. If you're looking for a stable, long-term career in a booming industry, then consider joining the PSC family!

Work Schedule: 12 hour shifts, 7 on 7 off

Pay Range: Starting at $14.50 with opportunity for advancement

Railcar Repair Duties:

• Opens and inspects all railcar hatches for excessive product
• Inspects and removes debris from railcars and completes documentation
• Clean railcars by sweeping and throwing away trash
• Coordinates with rail switch crew to remove cleaned cars and spot dirty for cleaning
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

• Interprets job work orders and follows blueprints / schematics to perform required repairs
• Utilizes basic mechanical skills and builds knowledge of machines and tools to weld, cut and gouge
• Notifies of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasks
• Follows all safety rules, keeps work area clean and complies with all ARS Environmental Health and Safety Policies
• Ensures AAR, ARS and customer quality assurance standards are met
• Completes any other duties as assigned in order to complete the task

• Examines track list to spot, separate, load and/or build railcars for shipment
• Ensures railcars are properly connected and/or are secured by setting the brake
• Separates loaded railcars that will be shipped from those that have been preloaded
• Weighs all inbound and outbound loads and empties to ensure weights do not exceed
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.

Job Qualifications:

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver's License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• 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.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.