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Railcar Repairman

Road & Rail Services, Ypsilanti, MI, United States


Pay starts at $25.46 per hour.

Road & Rail Services
Railcar Repairmen
We are seeking an experienced Railcar Repairman/Carman. Applicants should be looking to work in an outdoor environment with a company that values YOU! Excellent benefits and competitive pay!!

Purpose Of Position And Experience Requirements
You will need to perform the essential inspection and repair functions necessary to prepare railcars for transportation. We are looking for mechanically inclined individuals! 4g, 5g, & Stick welding experience is ideal.

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

We have a culture of promoting from within whenever possible

and much more!

Responsibilities

Inspect railcar for serviceability along with damage/fatigue

Identify repairs that can be performed by Road & Rail Services

Notify management of unserviceable railcars that cannot be repaired by Road & Rail Services

Perform authorized repairs to customer and AAR specificationsLubricate railcars and stencil lubrication date on the railcar

Accurately record, either electronically or in writing, all repairs

Operate various types of mechanical equipment including small farm type tractors, all‑terrain vehicles, pick‑up trucks, and panel vans

Skills, Licenses, Certification, And/or Special Training
You must maintain a valid state driver's license if required to operate company equipment. You must possess the ability to use hand tools (such as pipe wrenches, pry bars, wrenches, ratchets, and other equipment to chip and grind weld slag or spatter).

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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