Location: Fort Collins, CO
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00
Job Type: Full-time
Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable, safety-focused Railcar Repair Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair railcars. This hands-on outdoor position is ideal for someone with a strong mechanical background and experience using welding equipment and basic hand tools.
Previous railcar repair experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with relevant welding, fabrication, industrial maintenance, diesel, trailer, or heavy-equipment repair experience are encouraged to apply.
Inspect railcars for damage, wear, fatigue, and serviceability
Determine which repairs can be completed by Road & Rail Services
Perform authorized repairs according to customer requirements and AAR specifications
Complete mechanical repair, welding, cutting, grinding, and related maintenance work
Safely use pipe wrenches, pry bars, ratchets, wrenches, and other hand tools
Operate approved equipment, including all-terrain vehicles and tractors
Follow all company, customer, and regulatory safety procedures
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, and repair concerns promptly
Work independently while meeting quality and productivity expectations
Strong mechanical aptitude or relevant repair experience
Welding experience strongly preferred
Railcar repair experience preferred but not required
Experience safely using basic hand and mechanical tools
Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
Ability to understand and follow repair instructions and safety procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to work outdoors in changing weather conditions
This position requires the ability to:
Road & Rail Services offers:
Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related services throughout North America. Our skilled teams support plant and terminal operations, railcar maintenance, and other services for railroads, shippers, and owners of rail equipment and facilities.
Apply today to put your mechanical and welding skills to work with a company that values safety, dependable performance, and career growth.
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.
