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Reagent Chemical & Research, LLC. (Reagent) is the leading US marketer of Hydrochloric Acid with terminals across the US, as well as truck and rail fleets. Employment with Reagent Chemical offers opportunities for professional growth, a competitive salary package, 401K with matching, profit sharing, 15 days PTO, 10 paid holidays and a comprehensive health benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision.Reagent is looking to fill multiple full-time positions for Rubber Liners who will report to the Facility Manager at Reagent's Railcar Shop located in Houston, TX "Channelview area". The positions being filled are day and evening shift, which are 8-12 hour shifts, depending on the workload. The positions are entry level positions and experienced Rubber Liner positions.Below are the details and scope of the positions.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:The Rubber Liner trainee position will work closely with others in the railcar rubber-lining department being trained to become a Rubber Liner. The entry level position "Trainee" will:Blast and apply adhesives to the interior of railcarsBlast and apply adhesives to fittingsDisassemble and clean railcars and other various tasks that need to be performedAs the Trainee masters the entry level responsibilities there is an expectation they move to a higher level and continue being trained to become a Rubber Liner. When employees are promoted to higher levels of the craft they will receive merit increases.Job responsibilities of higher levels of the Rubber Liner positions include, but are not limited to, assembly, disassembly and leak testing of railcar service equipment, cutting rubber, inspection, lining application and maintenance of rubber lined railcars and railcar service equipment fittings.Experience level positions will work closely with others in the railcar rubber-lining department performing the work below. Application, inspection and repair of rubber linings on railcars and railcar partsAssembly, disassembly and leak testing railcar top fittingsThe duties of the trainee position at timesAny other tasks associated with the operation of the shop when neededWork performed on railcars must comply with federal regulatory and industry requirements as well as company procedures & requirements. A Reagent Rubber Liner, entry level/trainee or experienced Rubber Liner, is expected to have the mechanical aptitude and experience to learn, follow instructions and procedures and perform the responsibilities described.Skills:Must be able to work in confined spacesMust be able to work using supplied fresh airMust be able to read and follow written procedures, drawings and diagramsMust be able to do continuous manual laborMust be able to lift up to 75 lbsAbility to work quickly and accurately with attention to detailAbility to reprioritize based on current dynamicsCommunication - Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport; ability to proactively seek solutions using diplomacy and tact, ability to collaborate and cooperate with othersDecision-making, which demonstrates sound judgmentOn the job training will be providedWork Schedule:These jobs are for 40 hours per week and will require overtime at times and are for day and night shifts.Education / Experience:High school education or general education (GED)Experience rubber lining, sand blasting, painting or in the rail industry or related field is highly desired and a plus.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)