Shop Service Technician

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail.

Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world.

Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at : .

It’s not just about your career or your job title it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world.

Do you want to go into uncharted waters do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Who will you be working with?

Shuttlewagon, a Wabtec Company, is looking for its next Shop Service Technician to perform maintenance and repairs to Shuttlewagon equipment and all other makes of Mobile Railcar Movers as needed.

The Shop Service Technician works with highly capable and experienced team members at the Shuttlewagon Kansas City headquarters.

How will you make a difference?

The Shop Service Technician will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all makes of Mobile Railcar Movers, including Shuttlewagon.

These repairs contribute to the reduction of downtime for our customers, which directly impacts customer satisfaction. The Shop Service Technician will also play an integral role in assisting the Production and Quality teams when needed.

This cross-functional collaboration promotes quality adherence and helps ensure timely delivery of Shuttlewagon products.

What do we want to know about you?

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Technical trade / vocational education (preferred).
• Associated degree in automotive / diesel technology (preferred plus).
• Heavy-duty diesel mechanical experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude technical understanding of hydraulics, electrical, and primary functions of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of basic electrical fundamentals and testing techniques.
• Knowledge of basic hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of sizes of fittings and hydraulic hoses.
• Basic math skills.
• High degree of attention to detail with a clear focus on quality
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience using lifting devices, forklifts, porta power, cutting & grinding tools.
• Models safe work habits and always abides by company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform necessary job duties with little or no direct supervision.
• Adhere to company standards of ethics and trust.

What will your typical day look like?

The Shop Service Technician :

• Typical work week : Monday-Thursday, 6 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all makes of equipment.
• Perform all planned maintenance and repairs as assigned.
• Assists in loading and unloading equipment promptly and per company procedures.
• Operate hand tools & equipment.
• Initiate ordering of parts necessary to perform maintenance and / or complete repairs.
• Check for leaks and loose fittings.
• Check tolerances and torque specifications.
• Test hydraulic and / or pneumatic pressures.
• Remove and install various mechanical components.
• Install production options as required.
• Perform quality standard testing procedures.
• Verify all repairs performed.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by company policy for the job being performed.
• Understand and follow established job specific and facility safety / health procedures / rules.
• Actively participate in safety and health briefings.
• Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention.
• Perform other job-related duties assigned by management.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Climb on / off equipment ladders
• Stand / sit for long periods of time
• Push / pull / lift components, tooling
• Wear PPE

Working Conditions

Work is primarily physically demanding and requires the ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

This position requires the ability to sit, stand and walk unassisted. Requires the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.

The employee is required to talk and hear. Normal correctable vision is required.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty.

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness.

We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.