Career Chemical Cleaning

Trinity Industries; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

TrinityRail in Jonesboro, Arkansas is seeking a chemical cleaner to support railcar cleaning operations. You will use chemical cleaning methods, water purges, and blasting equipment to prep railcars for maintenance and repair, ensuring surfaces are properly cleaned and equipment stays in good condition.

The role requires 1–2 years in an industrial setting, strong safety awareness, physical stamina, and the ability to work full‑time with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in industrial/manufacturing/maintenance or similar hands‑on setting.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and safety rules.
• Comfort with physically demanding work, including lifting and heights.
• Willingness to wear PPE and follow environmental practices.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work as part of a team.
• Full‑time availability, Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Purge railcar surfaces using water or approved non‑hazardous chemicals.
• Operate hand‑held blasting equipment and other cleaning tools.
• Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot equipment and work area.
• Follow all safety rules and work instructions during duties.

Skills

Industrial environment experience

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Physical stamina

PPE compliance

Job description

Career Chemical Cleaner – Jonesboro, Arkansas – TrinityRail

TrinityIndustries has been growing for over 85 years and now is offering an opportunity for a safety‑focused, dependable, and team‑minded individual to join our railcar maintenance operations team. This role supports the cleaning process for railcars using chemical cleaning methods, water purging, and blasting equipment to prepare railcars for maintenance and repair work. Responsibilities include ensuring railcars are properly cleaned, equipment maintained, and work completed efficiently in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.

What you’ll do

• Purge railcar surfaces using water and/or approved non‑hazardous chemicals.
• Operate hand‑held blasting equipment and other cleaning tools as assigned.
• Maintain, clean, troubleshoot equipment and surrounding work area.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and work instructions while performing essential job duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of related work experience in an industrial, manufacturing, maintenance, cleaning, or similar hands‑on environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures, and safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, walking, bending, climbing, lifting as required by the job, working at heights, and working in dark, confined spaces.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all safety and environmental practices.
• Dependable attendance, strong work ethic, and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work full‑time schedule, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work as business needs require.