Railcar Mechanic

Road & Rail Services

Railcar Mechanic

Starting Pay $19 per Hour

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The basic purpose of position:

Performing Mechanical Inspections and repairs to Railcars.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background & welding experience is highly recommended.
The candidate must be a dependable and safety-conscious person.
We would prefer someone with previous railcar repair experience but not required.
Safety is the number 1 priority with Road & Rail Services so it is vital that all company guidelines and safety rules are followed and met while on the job.

Responsibilities:

Inspect railcars for damage/ fatigue
Identify repairs that can be performed by Road & Rail Services
Perform authorized repairs to customer and AAR specifications
Operate various types of mechanical equipment including all-terrain vehicles and tractors etc.

Experience Requirements:

Welding exp. highly recommended
Strong Mechanical background
Ability to use basic hand tools (pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets etc.)

Physical, Mental & Sensory Requirements:

Ability to constantly use bending, squatting, twisting, and walking motions throughout the entire work shift
Must be able to work independently
Ability to frequently open railcar end doors using pulling back force of 90 lbs. and pushing force of 68 lbs.
Ability to occasionally climb, using various types of ladders, to heights in excess of 16 feet
Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions

We Offer:

A Full Benefits package including Medical, Dental
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacations and Paid Holidays
An annual Steel Toe Boot allowance
All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
Veteran Friendly
A promote from within mentality
Yearly safety bonuses
and much more

Company Profile:

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services has grown and diversified to become a leading provider of rail related services in North America. Our network of skilled associates provides plant and terminal operating expertise as well as field maintenance of rail assets for railroads, rail shippers, and owners of rail related equipment and facilities.

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