Company: Road & Rail Services
Location: Georgetown, Kentucky
Pay: $19.29 per hour
Shift: First Shift
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Railcar Preparation Technician for our Georgetown, Kentucky, operation. This entry-level position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work outdoors, stay physically active, and gain experience in the railroad industry.
As part of our rail operations team, you will inspect and clean railcars to ensure they are properly prepared for vehicle loading. The position involves using backpack blowers, scrapers, and hand tools to remove debris and materials that could damage vehicles during transportation.
Previous railroad experience is not required. We provide hands-on training for candidates who are willing to learn, follow safety instructions, and report to work consistently. Experience in general labor, warehouse operations, construction, landscaping, agriculture, manufacturing, maintenance, or other physical work may help you succeed in this role.
As a Railcar Preparation Technician, you will:
Inspect railcars for debris, dirt, contaminants, and visible damage
Clean railcar interiors using backpack blowers, scrapers, and hand tools
Prepare railcars for the safe loading and transportation of new vehicles
Remove materials that could potentially cause vehicle damage
Open, inspect, and secure railcar doors when assigned
Climb railcar ladders and perform work at heights of up to 20 feet
Inspect tools and equipment before beginning work
Maintain assigned tools and report equipment problems
Perform general labor and housekeeping duties around the worksite
Keep railcars and surrounding work areas clean and organized
Immediately report unsafe conditions, damage, or operational concerns
Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety requirements
Wear and properly maintain required personal protective equipment
Complete other railcar preparation and inspection tasks as assigned
Successful candidates must be able to:
Report to work consistently
Work outdoors throughout the year in heat, cold, rain, wind, and changing weather
Lift, carry, push, or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
Stand and walk for extended periods
Frequently bend, reach, squat, climb, and use hand tools
Safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights
Work around railcars, industrial equipment, dust, and loud noise
Understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Work independently while also contributing to a team
Maintain a safety-first attitude throughout the shift
This position pays $19.29 per hour Eligible full-time employees may also receive:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company matching
Paid holidays and vacation
Annual steel-toe boot allowance
Company-provided personal protective equipment
Hands-on railroad industry training
Opportunities to learn additional skills
Potential advancement within the company
A veteran-friendly workplace
A promote-from-within culture
Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided specialized rail operations and maintenance services throughout North America. Our employees support railroads, terminals, manufacturers, rail shippers, and equipment owners through railcar preparation, inspections, repairs, terminal operations, and field maintenance.
If you are looking for an introduction to the railroad industry and enjoy physical outdoor work, apply today for the Railcar Preparation Technician position in Georgetown, Kentucky.
Road & Rail Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Road & Rail Services is a recognized industry leader and a top-tier provider of rail related services to railroads, to rail shippers, and to railcar owners. With a reputation for excellence, the Company provides service solutions with competencies in train operations (railcar switching and shortline operations), in maintenance operations (rolling stock, infrastructure, and track assets), and product handling. Road & Rail Services has operations in 18 states and has a significant impact on the North American rail network, as recognized by numerous industry awards. The Company enhances operating velocity and asset condition within the automotive, aggregate, coal / utility, intermodal, paper, and steel / metals industries.
