Overview:
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. We are proud of our high-performance culture, hard-working and enthusiastic management team, and beautiful office space in the Willis Tower.
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.
The Locomotive Technician 1 assists other Locomotive Technicians in the maintenance, repair and inspection of GATX-owned locomotives. Ensures that all necessary work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely customer billing. Must understand and follow GATX and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures. Must demonstrate good teamwork skills and knowledge of FRA regulations.
The Locomotive Technician 1 partners with the manager and other site personnel to ensure certifications, customer suitability requirements and other job requirements remain current. Works toward obtaining the skills necessary to advance to Locomotive Technician 2.
Responsibilities:
Serves as the lead heavy repair or advanced electrical technician. Performs extensive locomotive wreck repairs. Installs alignment control pockets and draft gears on locomotives or troubleshoots advanced electrical issues.
Workforce Supervision and Development:
Has direct supervision over materials personnel at Galena Park, including: quarterly check-ins, merit raises, development plans, promotions, and discipline.
Works with Sr. Manager to prioritize Locomotive Technician work.
Trains and mentors Locomotive Technicians on advanced level skills.
Fosters a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Assists Sr. Manager in driving continuous improvement efforts and good problem-solving skills by using SQDC methodology.
Customer Support:
Scope of Work: This position will interact with all levels and positions within the Locomotive Mechanical Group, with various departments in Chicago, with GATX vendors and with GATX customers. The primary impact of this position is providing daily oversight of Locomotive Technicians in repairing GATX owned locomotives.
This position will focus on assisting the Sr. Manager in the day–to-day management of the location as well as direct the work of other team members. While not involved in disciplinary measures, when disputes arise, this position should provide guidance and influence in resolving the situation without intervention. Documentation of specific facts will be part of this position’s responsibility. In addition, this position will serve as interim backup when the Sr. Manager is away from the location.
This person must maintain consistent safety focus, be competent around locomotives and be familiar with all customer site requirements so as to fulfill the scope of this function, which is to maintain and repair locomotives at customer locations. Will schedule and manage content of work day with little to no direct supervision.
Demonstrate increasing and ongoing improvement in abilities and skills required for performing locomotive inspections and repairs. Demonstrate familiarity with inventory and supply management. Consistently demonstrate skill in customer relations, using good interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team. This individual has 2 direct reports.
Education and/or Experience (including certifications):
Key Competencies (non-technical behavioral skills, i.e. presentation, negotiation, customer service skills), in priority order. Select from “key competencies for job descriptions” list:
Other (i.e., physical requirements, travel, etc. that is not covered above):
NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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