Blaster - 2nd Shift

Production Team Member

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. UTLX is a trusted industry leader, recognized for its regulatory, engineering, and commercial expertise, and is the preferred railcar and services provider for many customers nationwide. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX is headquartered in Chicago's financial district, near major public transportation hubs. UTLX offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, along with the opportunity to be a part of a collaborative, safety-focused team that values enthusiasm, craftsmanship, professional growth and continuous improvement.

The Blaster is an entry-level role responsible for blasting, cleaning, and preparing tank car interiors by removing debris, grit, weld spatter, and surface imperfections. The role involves grinding, vacuuming, and applying protective materials to ensure surfaces meet quality standards. The incumbent also maintains equipment and supports a clean, safe work environment while adhering to strict safety and quality requirements in a physically demanding industrial setting. Duties may vary, and employees may be asked to perform additional job functions as needed.

Primary Job Functions:

• Utilize a safety-approved air gun to remove grit and dust following blasting operations; remove protective coverings, clean trucks and components, and inspect railcars for damage
• Grind and remove weld spatter, laminations, and sharp edges from tank and hopper car interiors; level girth welds on floors as required
• Thoroughly vacuum tank car interiors and apply foil and tape to stainless steel surfaces as specified
• Maintain equipment in proper working condition and ensure adequate supply levels
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe, and promptly report any potential hazards

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or ability to pass a Combined Basic Skills Assessment Test
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Ability to read, interpret, and adhere to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other work-related documentation
• Strong focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to work any shift, including overtime, in accordance with the union contract
• Dependable and reliable attendance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an Industrial Repair or Manufacturing environment.
• Rail industry experience
• Tank car knowledge or experience

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Work is performed in an industrial railcar repair environment involves regular exposure to challenging physically demanding and 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
• May work in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 10 ft. off the ground with proper PPE and fall protection.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination required for tool and equipment operation
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills
• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols
• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime as required.

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
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement and prescription safety wear
• Holiday and vacation pay
• Marmon employee discount program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee referral bonus and perfect attendance bonus programs

Disclaimer:

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 identity, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.

Pay Range: 26.27

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 View email address on click.appcast.io, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.