Railcar Cleaner I

Cathcart Rail; Lynchburg (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Rail is hiring for an entry‑level position at the Lynchburg Tank Shop in Lynchburg, VA. You will clean railcar interiors, inspect for compliance with FRA, AAR and Guardian Rail requirements, and complete cleaning checklists following work orders.

The role requires reading and understanding orders, PPE use, and strict adherence to safety rules. Training and QA procedures are part of daily tasks, with emphasis on safe, efficient cleanup in a heavy mechanical environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate English at a proficient level.
• Ability to learn function specific operational details and pass an exam to demonstrate knowledge.
• Ability to learn, follow and perform required recordkeeping of Guardian Rail EHS, QA and Cleaning policies, procedures, and checklists.

Responsibilities

• Interpret job work orders to perform required cleaning of railcar interiors per procedures
• Coordinate and complete cleaning in an efficient manner and within assigned hours
• Notify supervisor of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasks
• Interact with crew members in a team environment, as well as with supervisor
• Follow all safety rules, keep work area clean and comply with all Guardian Rail Environmental Health and Safety Policies
• Complies with company's Quality program by following all in house quality processes and procedures and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations as well as any client specific procedures
• Any other general labor duties as assigned

Skills

English proficiency

Reading and writing

Attention to detail

Safety culture

Tools

PPE handling

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lynchburg Tank Shop - Lynchburg, VA 24503, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Entry Level

Summary Description

Guardian Rail is proud to operate one of the country’s leading freight rail services and transportation companies with a large network of freight and tank car repair facilities, a nationwide network of running repair agents, and a rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites.Incumbents in this role are responsible for all aspects of rail car cleaning and the inspection, care and maintenance of equipment used in the cleaning process. Candidates must be able to read and understand Guardian Rail work orders, make safe confined space entries while wearing movement and sight restricting personal protective equipment with limited lighting to clean the interior of tank and hopper cars in compliance with Guardian Rail EHS policies and procedures. Inspect clean railcar interiors for compliance with customer, FRA, AAR and Guardian Rail requirements and complete cleaning checklists as required. Ensure all company guidelines are met and all safety rules are followed when performing duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interpret job work orders to perform required cleaning of railcar interiors per proceduresCoordinate and complete cleaning in an efficient manner and within assigned hoursNotify supervisor of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasksInteract with crew members in a team environment, as well as with supervisorFollow all safety rules, keep work area clean and comply with all Guardian Rail Environmental Health and Safety PoliciesComplies with company's Quality program by following all in house quality processes and procedures and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations as well as any client specific procedures.Any other general labor duties as assigned

Qualifications

QualificationsAbility to read, write, and communicate English at a proficient levelAbility to learn function specific operational details and pass an exam to demonstrate knowledgeAbility to learn, follow and perform required recordkeeping of Guardian Rail EHS, QA and Cleaning policies, procedures, and checklists.Knowledge of equipment and tools required to perform safe entry for cleaningPerform/ prioritize multiple tasks with attention to details.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to wear and care for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to steel toed boots, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, and a variety of protective suitsThe duties of this job require fully passing the fitness for duty examination.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical work environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid, and dusty conditions. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and low precarious places, confined spaces.The work type is best described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very physical, and without proper work planning can result in out of position pushing, pulling, and lifting. Proper body mechanics, positioning and lifting techniques can be very important. Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks, and to use lifting equipment where necessary. The positioning of the work being performed can change very frequently.

Tools used

Various heavier air and electric powered tools and equipment are used such as steam hoses, car cleaning equipment, pumps, and impact wrenches. Work also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels, socket wrenches, and ladders.

Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling and visual acuity, with color and depth perceptionAbility to work in a confined spaceRequired to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate