Maintenance Technician: Mechanic

Overview

Amsted Rail has been in business for over 145 years as the #1 supplier of train wheels in America and worldwide, producing thousands of wheels each day. With locations around the globe, we manufacture nearly every part found inside a railcar. We are also the 7th largest ESOP in the country, giving employees ownership interest through shares. The company's success is your success.

Maintenance Technician: PLC / Electrician – Kansas City, KS facility. Positions are for 2nd and 3rd shift, 8‑12 hour shifts, with plenty of overtime opportunity. Pay ranges from $38–$42 per hour, depending on skills.

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

• Work in a safe, controlled manner
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, quality, and management teams
• Assist the operations team as needed
• Complete projects as assigned

• PLC experience – Preferred
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, and electrical equipment – Preferred
• Prior experience in industrial maintenance – Preferred
• Microsoft Office/SAP – Preferred
• Certified welder – Preferred
• Ability to work in extreme heat and cold, dusty/dirty, and loud environments

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan and ESOP employee stock ownership program.

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants 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.