Freight Car Repairer - St. Louis, MO 2025

Norfolk Southern; St. Louis (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to advancing rail transportation through expertise and innovation. As a Freight Car Repairer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing locomotives and freight cars, ensuring safety and efficiency across the network. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced technologies and collaborate with various departments, contributing to a customer-focused freight network that has been operational since 1827. If you are passionate about mechanical repair and safety compliance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical repair and maintenance of freight cars.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair locomotives and freight cars for safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize performance and safety.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Safety Compliance

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Tools

Advanced Technologies

Job description

Requisition 38621: Freight Car Repairer - St. Louis, MO 2025

Please note, applying for a position outside of your department will require a departmental release.

We encourage you to include an up-to-date resume with your application to improve your chances of being considered. A complete resume helps us understand your background, experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you.

Note for Safety-Sensitive Positions: These roles require pre-employment screenings:

• FRA Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Medical Screening
• Background Check

The Mechanical team maintains and repairs locomotives and freight cars, ensuring safety and efficiency across our network. We utilize advanced technologies and collaborate with other departments to optimize performance and safety. Join us to advance rail transportation through expertise and innovation!

Pay Rates for Mechanical Craft:

Freight Car Repairer:

• 1st 40 Days: $20.44 (50%)
• Next 204 Days: $30.66 (75%)
• Next 244 Days: $32.70 (80%)
• After 2 Years/488 Days: $40.88 (100%)

Union Electrician:

• 1st 40 Days: 50%
• Next 204 Days: 75%
• Next 244 Days: 80%
• After 2 Years/488 Days: $40.98 (100%)

Union Machinist:

• 1st 40 Days: 50%
• Next 204 Days: 75%
• Next 244 Days: 80%
• After 2 Years/488 Days: $41.02 (100%)

Mechanical Laborer:

• First 12 Months: 75% of F&O rate
• Second 12 Months: 80% of F&O rate
• After 24 Months: $33.87

Company Overview:

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern has safely transported goods across the U.S., operating a customer-focused freight network. Committed to sustainability, it helps reduce carbon emissions and delivers over 7 million carloads annually. Learn more at www.NorfolkSouthern.com.