Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success—success that is powered by our people. At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to move forward in their careers.
At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to move forward in their careers.
In this role you will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repairs electrical/mechanical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of industrial machinery and equipment.
Responsibilities Diagnoses problems and repairs machines and equipment such as automated blast, paint booth, man-movers, 31 cleaning systems, welding units, infrared drying ovens, programmable controllers, comfort heaters, boilers, air compressors and mobile equipment.Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken cables.Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers, managers of maintenance and other employees, to diagnose malfunctions.Replace faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors; and positions sensing devices.Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.Replaces electric motor bearings and installs motors, pumps, valves, and blast wheel components.Pushes buttons and presses keys, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, to test for malfunctions and verify repairs.Maintains steam, water, gas, and airlines and performs repairs as required.Performs welding on ferrous metals as required.Diagnoses and replaces faulty machinery, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner.Comply with the established safety policies, support-continuing awareness for safety, and when possible recommend specific changes and improvements to health and safety policies and programs. Qualifications Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, and maintenance manuals.High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide two-digit numbers.Ability to reason through and plan work details and procedures to obtain desired results.OT may be required as equipment downtime / maintenance dictates.Education and/or Experience
Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, and maintenance manuals.High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide two-digit numbers.Ability to reason through and plan work details and procedures to obtain desired results.Key Competencies
Knowledgeable of basic railcar repairs.Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.Basic computer knowledge and strong communication skills - experienceAble to follow verbal and written instructionsPhysical Demands
Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions.Must be able to perform overhead work for extended periods.Must be able to safely lift (vertically) up to 51 pounds, regularly, and safely lift up to 85 pounds, occasionally, from the ground surface.Must be able to push/pull (horizontally) up to 140 pounds of force.Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights.Must be able to work in extreme temperature environments.Must be able to physically enter confined space and work in enclosed environments.As of January 28, 2025, the salary range for this position is $33.55 to $34.05 per hour. This range for this position is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, training, internal equity and other business needs.
You may be eligible to participate in the Attendance (PTO) Incentive as well as a Safety and Quality Performance Incentive Plan, the details of which may be provided to the applicant upon hire.
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