Maintenance Technician : Mechanic

About us

Amsted Rail has been in business for over 145 years as the #1 supplier of train wheels in not only America, but the entire world, that’s thousands of wheels each day! We also have locations all over the globe involved in producing almost every part you can think of that you can find under a railcar. We are also the 7th largest ESOP in the country. An ESOP is an employee stock ownership plan that gives workers ownership interest in the company in the form of shares, essentially our employees own the company. The company's success is your success.

We have an immediate opening for a PLC / Electrician : Maintenance Technician at our Kansas City, KS facility. The open positions are for 2nd and 3rd shift, working 8-12 hour shifts, plenty of opportunity for overtime! The pay range is dependent on skills but currently ranges from $38-42 per hour.

These positions actively support the operations of the facility. The goal of the position is to keep all mechanical and electrical systems in the assigned areas maintained and repaired.

What will you do?

• Work in a safe, controlled manner
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Work collaboratively in teams made up of maintenance, operations, quality, and management teammates
• Perform predictive / preventative maintenance
• Repair break downs
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
• Assist the operations team as needed
• Complete projects as assigned

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Our environment :

Amsted Rail is an industry leader that can offer more than a chance to succeed. This is where you can thrive. Our environment is energetic, our people are motivated and our career paths can take you where you want to go. We pride ourselves on being the market leader as well as having a management philosophy that promotes a culture of dignity and respect for all our employees.

For more than a century, Griffin® has been the proven leader in railroad wheel quality, design, and service. We have five wheel plants – four in the US and one in Canada. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance as well as a retirement 401k and ESOP employee stock ownership program (100% employee-owned).

Amsted Rail’s Equal Opportunity Statement :

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com / careers / and select EEO Compliance / Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities and any other basis covered by federal, state, or local law.

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