Railcar Interior Cleaner I: Hands-on & Safety-Focused

Cathcart Rail, LLC; 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

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.