Composite Technician

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. 

Who are we? 

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with 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 and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! 

Who will you be working with?
Responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on switcher and local locomotives. Must be able to perform duties while adhering to company safety standards and all applicable local, state and federal rules regarding locomotives maintenance and repair.
How will you make a difference? 
Assists other associates and completes special assignments as needed.

What do we want to know about you? 
Minimum education, job experience, certifications, skills, knowledge and abilities that incumbent must typically have to perform the essential functions of the job acceptably with or without a reasonable accommodation.

•    High school degree or equivalent; training in maintenance and repair operations and safety certification may be required.
•    Knowledge of basic mechanics.
•    Knowledge of machine testing procedures.
•    Understanding of equipment maintenance requirements.
•    One year in diesel engine or electrical repairs.
•    Attention to detail.
•    Able to schedule work.
•    Solid problem solving skills.
•    Good oral communication abilities.
•    Able to sue all related mechanical and testing equipment.

What will your typical day look like? 
Assumes responsibility for the timely and effective performance of maintenance procedures.

•    Fuel, sand, and daily inspections of locomotives.
•    Performs preventive maintenance according to established schedules. Clean oils, fills tanks, and adjust equipment to ensure smooth operations.
•    Complete basic repairs on equipment and machines. Trouble shoots and repairs diesel engines, electrical systems, air brake systems.
•    Field service work. Travels to locations in and around Houston, TX using company vehicles to perform maintenance duties in the field.
•    Conducts regular visual inspections of maintenance equipment including company vehicles.
•    Completes all maintenance functions in accordance with established procedures, policies, and safety regulations.

Assumes responsibility for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of maintenance records.

•    Update maintenance log books.
•    Signs off work orders to reflect work complete

Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relations with area personnel.

•    Meets the needs of the customer by completing maintenance functions in a timely manner.
•    Makes suggestions to improve operational procedures as appropriate.
•    Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant equipment problems. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
•    Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
•    Stays informed of maintenance requirements.
•    Completes special projects as assigned.

What about the physical demands of the job?
Work is typically performed under good working conditions; while exposure to any environmental elements may occur, such exposure is generally not present to the extent of being disagreeable.
Ability to lift 50 pounds. Required to wear Personal protective equipment

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. 

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $28.00 - $30.00 per hour. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
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 test (as applicable).

Who are we?