Mobile Railcar Technician — Field Travel & Welding

Road & Rail Services; Summit (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly safety incentive opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Opportunities for career advancement

Promote-from-within environment

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Mobile Railcar Repair Technician based in Austin, Texas, to inspect, maintain, weld, and repair railcars at field locations. This travel-heavy role requires hands-on work outdoors in railroad environments with emphasis on safety and workmanship.

Ideal candidates have railcar repair experience, welding skills (stick welding preferred), strong mechanical troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently in the field.

Qualifications

• Previous railcar maintenance or repair experience.
• Welding experience, including stick welding.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.
• Experience safely using hand tools, power tools, and repair equipment.
• Ability to travel and work independently in field environments.
• Valid driver's license and safety awareness.
• 4G and 5G welding experience strongly preferred.
• Experience as a Railcar Mechanic, Railroad Carman, Railcar Repairman, Freight Car Repairer, or Railcar Maintenance Technician may align with this position.

Responsibilities

• Examine railcars for damage, wear, defects, and conditions requiring repair.
• Determine appropriate repairs within the authorized scope of work.
• Perform mechanical maintenance and railcar component repairs.
• Complete welding and fabrication work as required.
• Perform stick welding and other approved welding procedures.
• Lubricate railcar components and complete required servicing.
• Apply required markings and stenciling.
• Complete repair records, inspection forms, and other documentation.
• Safely operate company vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain an orderly and safe work area.
• Follow customer, company, AAR, and applicable railroad safety requirements.
• Travel to assigned locations based on customer and operational needs.

Skills

Railcar repair

Welding (stick)

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hand & power tools

Field work

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

Railcar maintenance/repair experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Mobile Railcar Repair Technician based in Austin, Texas, to inspect, maintain, weld, and repair railcars at field locations. This travel-heavy role requires hands-on work outdoors in railroad environments with emphasis on safety and workmanship.

Ideal candidates have railcar repair experience, welding skills (stick welding preferred), strong mechanical troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently in the field.