Railcar Repairman

Job Description

Job Description

Our railcar company is currently recruiting  a highly qualified, experienced candidate for the position of Railcar Repairman. This position is responsible for performing a variety of repair, rebuild, modification, and assembly of various types of railroad freight cars and their parts in accordance with the AAR field manual, AAR Office Manual, AAR MSRPs, Code of Federal Regulations.

• Comply with Company’s Quality Assurance Program by following quality processes and procedures 
• Must have a strong working knowledge of the AAR Office and Field Manual
• Will be responsible for AAR Inspections, the ability to complete billing repair cards to comply with AAR billing standards
• Must possess a strong working knowledge of Interchange repairs, with the ability to use a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to pneumatic and hydraulic tools, grinders, jacks, welders, cutting torches, cranes and forklifts
• Successful performance of a weld test, as administered by a CWI in accordance with an approved procedure

• Proper safety precautions required in the performance of all repair operations on, in or under railcar rolling stock.
• Ability and desire to teach/impact knowledge of those working around them

• Be able to interpret work orders, perform required repairs and work with the team to complete repairs in a timely manner

• 5+ years of railcar repair experience preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills
• Read and understand written instruction, as well as understand and retain oral instruction
• Ability to communicate clear and effectively
• Ability to document work activities for time accountability purposes
• Pre-employment drug, physical, vision, and hearing test required as well as background check; subject to random drug testing
• Valid Driver’s License

• Environment requires work both inside and outside, heat/cool, wet/humid, dry/arid, and dusty conditions
• 24/7 operation; may be required to respond to unexpected or emergency situations
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

• Competitive salary

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401k
• Potential for bonus based on company and individual performance

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.