Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician

Road & Rail Services; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, & dental insurance

401(k) company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual boot allowance

PPE provided

Veteran-friendly workplace

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Vance, Alabama is hiring a Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician to inspect, clean, and prepare railcars before they transport vehicles. The role requires working around rail equipment, using backpack blowers and hand tools, and completing detailed inspections.

Starting at 4:30 a.m., the position may demand up to six days per week based on customer volume and schedules. Safety-conscious and reliable candidates will thrive in this fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to report for a 4:30 a.m. start.
• Availability for a possible six-day workweek.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production-driven environment.
• Willingness to learn railcar inspection and preparation procedures.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Railcar cleaning/vehicle processing experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for visible damage, wear, fatigue, and other serviceability concerns.
• Examine railcar interiors for debris or contaminants that could damage vehicles.
• Use backpack blowers, scrapers, and other approved tools to clean railcars.
• Assist with safely opening, inspecting, and closing railcar end doors.
• Identify repair needs that may be completed by Road & Rail Services.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment problems, and railcar damage to supervision.
• Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety procedures.
• Maintain accountability for assigned tools and equipment.
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance or replacement needs.
• Keep work areas clean, orderly, and free of preventable hazards.
• Complete other railcar preparation and housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with team members to meet daily production requirements.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety consciousness

Attendance & punctuality

Early start readiness

Six-day workweek availability

Production-driven work

Willingness to learn procedures

Team-oriented

Follow instructions

Railcar cleaning experience helpful

Tools

Backpack blower

Scrapers

Hand tools

Job description

Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician

Company: Road & Rail Services
Location: Vance, Alabama
Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: 4:30 a.m. start time; six-day workweeks may be required
Job Type: Full-time | On-site

Help Prepare Railcars for Safe Transportation

Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician in Vance, Alabama. In this hands-on position, you will inspect, clean, and prepare railcars before they are used to transport new vehicles.

This is an active, fast-paced role for someone who is comfortable working around rail equipment, using backpack blowers and hand tools, and completing detailed inspections. Successful employees are safety-conscious, reliable, and willing to contribute wherever the team needs assistance.

The regular start time is 4:30 a.m., and employees must be available to work up to six days per week when customer volume and operational schedules require it.

What You Will Do

Inspect railcars for visible damage, wear, fatigue, and other serviceability concerns

Examine railcar interiors for debris or contaminants that could damage vehicles

Use backpack blowers, scrapers, and other approved tools to clean railcars

Assist with safely opening, inspecting, and closing railcar end doors

Identify repair needs that may be completed by Road & Rail Services

Report unsafe conditions, equipment problems, and railcar damage to supervision

Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety procedures

Maintain accountability for assigned tools and equipment

Inspect equipment and report maintenance or replacement needs

Keep work areas clean, orderly, and free of preventable hazards

Complete other railcar preparation and housekeeping duties as assigned

Work cooperatively with team members to meet daily production requirements

What We Are Looking For

Valid state-issued driver's license

Strong commitment to workplace safety

Dependable attendance and punctuality

Ability to report for a 4:30 a.m. start

Availability for a possible six-day workweek

Ability to work efficiently in a production-driven environment

Willingness to learn railcar inspection and preparation procedures

Positive, team-oriented attitude

Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Previous experience in railcar cleaning, vehicle processing, industrial cleaning, manufacturing, warehousing, automotive operations, railroad work, or general labor is helpful but not required.

Work Environment

This position requires regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and use of cleaning tools. Work may be performed outdoors and around active rail equipment in changing weather conditions. Employees must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment and safely complete repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.

Pay and Benefits

Starting pay of $17.00 per hour

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided personal protective equipment

Veteran-friendly workplace

Advancement opportunities through a promote-from-within culture

About Road & Rail Services

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related operations, maintenance, and logistics support throughout North America. Our employees serve railroads, rail shippers, equipment owners, plants, and terminals with a focus on safety, dependable service, and quality work.

If you are reliable, safety-focused, and ready for an early-morning industrial position, apply today for the Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician opportunity in Vance, Alabama.

Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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