Railcar Maintenance & Repair Technician

Watco; Horicon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career development programs

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Watco is seeking a skilled rail maintenance professional to inspect, maintain and repair rail cars in compliance with FRA and AAR regulations. You will re-rail cars, estimate damages at derailments, and prepare repair documentation while ensuring safety and accuracy.

The role requires blueprints literacy, torch-based welding proficiency, and operation of mobile cranes, wheel trucks, and forklifts, with a focus on safe, compliant work at Watco facilities.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Proficient with cutting torch; 5F welding qualification.
• Ability to perform railcar repairs and re-rail tasks.
• Maintain compliant records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair rail cars per FRA/AAR rules.
• Re-rail cars and estimate damages at derailment sites.
• Prepare billing repair cards in line with AAR office manual.
• Identify FRA/AAR violations on railcars.
• Operate mobile cranes, wheel trucks and forklifts safely.
• Collaborate with other departments during derailment operations.

Skills

Cutting torch

Welding 5F

Blueprint reading

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Mobile cranes

Wheel trucks

Forklifts

Job description

Watco is seeking a skilled rail maintenance professional to inspect, maintain and repair rail cars in compliance with FRA and AAR regulations. You will re-rail cars, estimate damages at derailments, and prepare repair documentation while ensuring safety and accuracy.

The role requires blueprints literacy, torch-based welding proficiency, and operation of mobile cranes, wheel trucks, and forklifts, with a focus on safe, compliant work at Watco facilities.