Field Railcar Repair Technician | Travel & Welding

CalmHR Inc; Boyertown (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Rail Service, Inc. seeks a dependable Mobile Railcar Repair Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair railcars at customer sites using a company-owned Freightliner service truck.

The role blends hands-on mechanical and welding work with safe operation of a commercial vehicle, requiring strong problem-solving, documentation, and adherence to DOT, FRA, and OSHA safety rules. Occasional outdoor work in varying weather is required.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with acceptable driving record.
• DOT medical and commercial driving requirements must be met.
• Welding or mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Freightliner service truck to and from customer sites, rail yards, and repair locations.
• Perform mobile inspections, maintenance, and repairs on freight railcars.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate repairs.
• Repair or replace railcar components, including brake systems, couplers, draft systems, doors, handrails, safety appliances, and related equipment.
• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, fabrication, and mechanical work as assigned.
• Load, secure, transport, and maintain tools, equipment, materials, and repair parts.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection forms, repair records, and service documentation.
• Follow all DOT, FRA, OSHA, customer-site, and company safety requirements.
• Use proper personal protective equipment and maintain a clean, organized service truck and work area.
• Respond to emergency or after-hours mobile repair calls when required.
• Communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, dispatchers, and other employees.

Skills

CDL (Class B)

Welding experience

Mechanical experience

Safety-conscious

Read work orders

Travel readiness

Job description

First Response Rail Service, Inc. seeks a dependable Mobile Railcar Repair Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair railcars at customer sites using a company-owned Freightliner service truck.

The role blends hands-on mechanical and welding work with safe operation of a commercial vehicle, requiring strong problem-solving, documentation, and adherence to DOT, FRA, and OSHA safety rules. Occasional outdoor work in varying weather is required.