Mobile Railcar Repair Technician – On‑Site Expert

Trinity Industries; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Rail in Keysville, VA is hiring a Career Technician, Mobile Repair to inspect, repair, and maintain railcars, following current procedures and AAR rules. You will ensure safety, complete work orders, and provide excellent customer service at customer sites.

This role requires at least 1.5 years in railcar maintenance or related fields, with experience in welding or air brake testing; a valid driver's license and ability to work in confined spaces are expected.

Qualifications

• 1.5 years’ railcar maintenance or manufacturing experience or proficiency in areas such as Air Brake Testing, Welding, Gasket Valves and Fasteners, BLTII, PTII, VTII, etc.
• Ability to read engineered drawings.
• Railcar knowledge or welding/valve/mechanical experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Ability to learn railcar components and AAR field manual rules.
• Ability to use common hand tools as required.
• Mentor/train lower-level technicians may be required.
• Valid Drivers License and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct railcar inspections to ensure compliance.
• Perform repairs using current repair procedures.
• Meet customer expectations to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure invoicing, inspection, and work orders are accurate.
• Possess qualifications for NDT and related certifications as applicable.
• Participate in safety assessments and equipment inspections.
• Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights as required.
• Create hot work permits and monitor confined spaces.
• Complete tasks under supervision of site or crew leader.
• Follow all safety rules and practices.
• May participate in safety committees or initiatives.
• Complete basic onboard safety and quality training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Railcar maintenance

Welding

Reading engineered drawings

Confined spaces work

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand tools

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

Trinity Rail in Keysville, VA is hiring a Career Technician, Mobile Repair to inspect, repair, and maintain railcars, following current procedures and AAR rules. You will ensure safety, complete work orders, and provide excellent customer service at customer sites.

This role requires at least 1.5 years in railcar maintenance or related fields, with experience in welding or air brake testing; a valid driver's license and ability to work in confined spaces are expected.