Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience
Road & Rail Services is hiring an experienced Railcar Repair Mechanic in Wausau, Wisconsin. We're looking for skilled tradespeople who know how to work with tools, diagnose repair needs, and complete hands-on mechanical or structural repairs safely.
You do NOT need previous railroad experience.
If your background includes welding, fabrication, diesel repair, trailer repair, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, fleet maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or mechanical repair, we want to hear from you.
We'll provide training on railcar-specific procedures and requirements. You bring the mechanical experience, tool knowledge, safety awareness, and ability to complete quality repairs.
This is a hands-on repair position-not a production-line or general labor job.
Your responsibilities will include:
Inspect railcars for mechanical defects, damage, wear, and structural concerns
Complete authorized mechanical and structural railcar repairs
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and metal repair as required
Remove, repair, replace, and install damaged components
Use grinders, impact tools, wrenches, pry bars, cutting equipment, welding equipment, and other hand and power tools
Measure, fit, and fabricate components when necessary
Troubleshoot mechanical problems and determine appropriate repair methods
Inspect completed work for quality and proper fit
Follow established repair procedures and customer requirements
Maintain tools, equipment, and assigned work areas
Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety requirements
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Report equipment concerns, unsafe conditions, and repair issues to supervision
We're interested in candidates with professional experience in areas such as:
MIG, stick, structural, or repair welding
Metal fabrication
Diesel or fleet maintenance
Semi-trailer or truck repair
Heavy-equipment repair
Industrial maintenance
Manufacturing maintenance
Millwright work
Mechanical troubleshooting
Structural steel repair
Railroad mechanical work
Previous railroad or Railcar Carman experience is a plus, but it is not required.
Candidates should be comfortable reading measurements, working with hand and power tools, and completing repairs in an industrial environment.
This is an outdoor skilled-trades position at an active rail operation. Candidates must be prepared to work year-round in Wisconsin weather.
The position requires the ability to:
Work outdoors in heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, dust, and noisy conditions
Bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach, stand, and walk throughout the shift
Frequently operate railcar end doors requiring approximately 90 pounds of pulling force and 68 pounds of pushing force
Occasionally climb ladders and work at heights exceeding 16 feet
Safely operate welding equipment, cutting equipment, grinders, and other repair tools
Perform physical repair work throughout the scheduled shift
Work independently while communicating effectively with supervisors and coworkers
Road & Rail Services offers eligible full-time employees:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Annual steel-toe boot allowance
Company-provided PPE
Safety incentive opportunities
Training on railcar-specific repair procedures
Advancement opportunities
Promote-from-within culture
Veteran-friendly workplace
Experienced tradespeople throughout Central Wisconsin are encouraged to apply. Candidates from Weston, Schofield, Rothschild, Mosinee, Merrill, Stevens Point, Antigo, Wisconsin Rapids, Marshfield, and surrounding communities may be a fit for this opportunity.
The work location is Wausau, WI.
Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related services throughout North America, supporting railroads, shippers, manufacturers, and owners of rail equipment and facilities.
If you're an experienced welder, fabricator, diesel mechanic, trailer mechanic, heavy-equipment mechanic, or industrial maintenance professional, don't let a lack of railroad experience stop you from applying.
Bring us your mechanical experience. We'll teach you the railcar side.
Apply today for the Railcar Repair Mechanic position in Wausau, WI.
Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
