Rail & Yard Technician

Overview

Ferrellgas was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 — and that trust starts with our people. Ferrellgas is looking for a Full Time Rail & Yard Technician to join our team. In this role, you’ll work primarily outdoors on our dock—inspecting, filling, loading, and unloading propane cylinders and tanks for our delivery drivers and customers. This hands-on, physical position plays a key role in ensuring safety and keeping our operations running smoothly. If you enjoy staying active, working with your hands, and being part of a supportive team, this is the opportunity for you!  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Ferrellgas, we’re committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote stability, growth, and work-life balance:

• Starting Pay: $27.00 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Financial Security: 401(k) with a generous company match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Take time to rest, recharge, and spend with family.
• Paid Training: We invest in your success with comprehensive, hands-on training.
• Exclusive Savings: Receive employee discounts, including propane savings.
• Commission: May be eligible for commission/incentive pay based on role and plan eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, refurbish, and maintain propane cylinders and tanks, including scraping, sanding, and painting as needed to meet safety and quality standards
• Fill customer propane cylinders at the dock (when applicable)
• Offload propane railcars, track railcar movements, and coordinate with railroad personnel on incoming and outgoing shipments
• Assist with building, assembling, and maintaining propane dispensing units for deployment at customer or reseller locations
• Perform plant maintenance and repairs, including basic plumbing, piping repairs, and minor vehicle maintenance
• Maintain accurate records of railcar movements and other operational data using computer systems
• Ensure the yard, plant, office, shop, tools, and inventory are clean, organized, and professionally maintained
• Support tank inspections and ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, including NFPA 58 and company policies
• Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and sharing product/service information
• Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and other company locations
• Occasionally assist technicians on service calls as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 1+ year of work experience (preferred) — training provided for the right candidate
• Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in all weather conditions
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and providing excellent customer service

• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Why Ferrellgas?

At Ferrellgas we’re honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers’ lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials               

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and be part of our growing team!

Responsibilities

- Inspect, repair, refurbish, and maintain propane cylinders and tanks, including scraping, sanding, and painting as needed to meet safety and quality standards
- Fill customer propane cylinders at the dock (when applicable)
- Offload propane railcars, track railcar movements, and coordinate with railroad personnel on incoming and outgoing shipments
- Assist with building, assembling, and maintaining propane dispensing units for deployment at customer or reseller locations
- Perform plant maintenance and repairs, including basic plumbing, piping repairs, and minor vehicle maintenance
- Maintain accurate records of railcar movements and other operational data using computer systems
- Ensure the yard, plant, office, shop, tools, and inventory are clean, organized, and professionally maintained
- Support tank inspections and ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, including NFPA 58 and company policies
- Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and sharing product/service information
- Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and other company locations
- Occasionally assist technicians on service calls as needed