UTLX As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Responsible for the entire sequence of cutting and welding operations for a wide variety of repair and fabrication work. Aligns and welds components of metal tools, wires, fixtures and other metal products. May utilize different types of welding systems for different tasks. Maintains a safe work area and may train apprentices in the trade. Who We Are: The Company’s regulatory, engineering and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX headquarters is in Chicago’s financial district, close to major public transportation hubs. UTLX offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, expertise, and progressive thinking are valued. We are looking for a candidate for our 2nd shift. We pay an additional $1.50 per hour for shift differential. Our 2nd shift hours are from M-F, 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm & Job Responsibilities: This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions. • Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc. • Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment. • Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter. • Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools. • Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required. • Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards. Knowledge and Skills Required: • Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company • Have a High School Diploma or GED • Demonstrate job related computational knowledge; for example, be able to read a ruler Working Conditions: • Moderate to heavy physical effort involved. Lifts and carries necessary equipment to car to perform operation. Climbs, walks, and balances on top of car while welding. • Possibility of exposure to x-ray radiation hazards. • Must follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury. • Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind off excess weld slag or spatter. Why Join Our Team? We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer... • Medical, dental, vision • Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance • Company-paid sickness and accident income • 401k matching and pension • Annual safety shoe allowance • Holiday pay • Vacation • Marmon employee discount program It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
See More Details >>#LI-DNI Who We Are: The Company’s regulatory, engineering and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX headquarters is in Chicago’s financial district, close to major public transportation hubs. UTLX offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, expertise, and progressive thinking are valued. We are looking for candidates for our 2nd shift, the hours are 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm, M-F. Job Responsibilities: This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions. • Welds components related to tank cars including tanks, bolsters, underframes, side sills, etc. • Performs welded repairs by utilizing air arc cutting torch and stick or wire welding equipment. • Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind weld, slag or spatter. • Repairs, straightens, removes, reworks car parts, brakes, underframes, center plates, gears, couplers, valves, etc. using various hand and power tools. • Performs welding and mechanical repairs to tank and hopper cars when required. • Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports potential hazards. Knowledge and Skills Required: • Must pass the applicable welding test as prescribed by the company • Have a High School Diploma or GED • Demonstrate job related computational knowledge; for example, be able to read a ruler Working Conditions: • Moderate to heavy physical effort involved. Lifts and carries necessary equipment to car to perform operation. Climbs, walks, and balances on top of car while welding. • Possibility of exposure to x-ray radiation hazards. • Must follow prescribed safety rules to avoid possible injury. • Uses hand tools and equipment to chip and grind off excess weld slag or spatter. Why Join Our Team? We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer... • Tuition reimbursement program • Medical, dental, vision • Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance • Company-paid sickness and accident income • 401k matching and pension • Annual safety shoe allowance • Holiday pay • Vacation • Marmon employee discount program It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.
See More Details >>Hiring dependable experienced Steel Fabricators- Tig Welders and Structural Lead welders- Must be familiar with OSHA. Must be able to fabricate stairs and rails. Lays out, aligns, fits and welds fabricated steel components to assemble structural forms. Operate fabricating machines such as cutoff saw, roll, brake, press, forming machine, spinning machine and punch to cut, bend and shape all sorts of steel. Analyze work orders and read blueprints to determine information such as material to be used and types and sequence of operations to be used for fabrication. Must be a leader and have great attitude working in shop and on the job site and follow are safety requirements. Must be able to pass a drug test at all times! Must have your own tools. Must be able to work night shift when needed. Job Title: Structural Fabrication Welder Plan, lay-out, weld, work off all shop and blueprint drawing and measure in the field, install and repair all types of structural steel products in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Will be working pre-existing structures. Must be able to fabricate and weld handrails and stairs. Responsibilities: • Follow established jobsite safety and regulations, work in a safe and efficient manner, and maintain a safe and clean work area. Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards. • Read and understand plans and specifications, including diagrams, prints. • Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble, weld, and install all types of structural steel components; install supports, valves, and other control equipment; test installed systems and install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications. • Weld components according to specific process and code; cut and weld members to make alterations, using oxyacetylene cutting and welding equipment. • Lays out, aligns, fits and welds fabricated steel components to assemble structural forms. Operate fabricating machines such as cutoff saw, roll, brake, press, forming machine, spinning machine and punch to cut, bend and shape all sorts of steel. Analyze work orders and read blueprints to determine information such as material to be used and types and sequence of operations to be used for fabrication. • Education – High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) Preferred • Experience – Structural welding experience; must pass welder certification test. • Must have a working knowledge of various welding processes, coeds, techniques and methods related to structural steel welding. • Must read and understand plans and specifications, including diagrams, prints, orthographic and isometric drawings and visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions. • Must be familiar with properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques. Full time job with overtime weekly. Must be ok with out-of-town travel when needed. Must be a team player. $21.00 - $28.00 per hour
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Valdosta, GA, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, offering hands-on experience and classroom learning. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment. In Valdosta, welders earn an average of $376 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $45,000 annually. Training programs, community colleges, and apprenticeships provide pathways to this lucrative career, supported by organizations like the AWS Foundation, which offers scholarships for welding education.
