Pay: $23.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience
Road & Rail Services is seeking a mechanically skilled Railcar Repair Technician (Carman) to inspect, maintain, and repair freight railcars. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys mechanical work, troubleshooting equipment, welding, and working in an industrial environment.
Previous railroad experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with transferable experience in welding, fabrication, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, automotive repair, manufacturing maintenance, or other mechanical trades are encouraged to apply.
You should be comfortable using tools, performing physical work, and working outdoors throughout your shift. Above all, we're looking for someone who is dependable and understands that safety and quality come first.
As a Railcar Repair Technician, your daily responsibilities may include:
Inspect freight railcars for damage, wear, fatigue, and mechanical defects
Determine necessary repairs within the company's authorized scope of work
Complete mechanical railcar repairs according to customer and applicable AAR requirements
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, fabrication, and component replacement as assigned
Use hand tools, power tools, pry bars, pipe wrenches, ratchets, and other repair equipment
Safely operate equipment such as tractors, all-terrain vehicles, and other site equipment
Inspect completed work to ensure repairs meet safety and quality expectations
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas
Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety procedures
Qualified candidates should have:
A strong mechanical background
Welding experience is highly preferred
Previous railcar repair or railroad mechanical experience is preferred, but not required
Experience safely using basic hand and power tools
Mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to following established safety procedures
This is an active, outdoor industrial position. Candidates must be prepared to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, dust, and noisy environments.
The position requires frequent walking, bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, and other physical movements throughout the shift. Employees may be required to open railcar end doors requiring approximately 90 pounds of pulling force and 68 pounds of pushing force.
You must also be able to climb various types of ladders and work at heights greater than 16 feet when required.
Pay: $23.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Road & Rail Services offers:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
401(k) with company matching
Paid holidays and vacation
Annual steel-toe boot allowance
Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Advancement opportunities
Promote-from-within culture
Veteran-friendly workplace
Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related services throughout North America, including terminal operations, rail asset maintenance, and support services for railroads, shippers, and rail equipment owners.
If you have mechanical or welding experience and want to put those skills to work in the railroad industry, apply today for our Railcar Repair Technician (Carman) position.
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.
