Railcar Maintenance Technician

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is seeking a hands-on Railcar Maintenance Technician to ensure FRA/AAR compliance, inspect cars, and perform scheduled and on-demand maintenance across yards and on the road. The role requires physical work, welding certification, and the ability to operate heavy equipment.

The position involves recording repairs for monthly billing and collaborating with teams to complete tasks across industrial sites. Local travel and shifting weather conditions are expected.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with railroad safety and FRA/AAR rules.
• Inspect car components for FRA, AAR and company standards.
• Perform maintenance, including air brake tests.
• Repair or replace defective components and weld parts as needed.
• Prepare repair and billing forms; maintain records for monthly billing.
• Perform rerailing and other repairs in yard, road, and industrial sites.
• Operate jacks, tools, and car-moving equipment.
• Inspect, secure, and load cargo in open-top cars.
• Assist with other projects as assigned.

Skills

Two years experience

Lifting 100 lbs

MS Word/Excel

Outdoor work

Elevated heights

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL preferred

Welding certification

Four-year journeyman carman preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is seeking a hands-on Railcar Maintenance Technician to ensure FRA/AAR compliance, inspect cars, and perform scheduled and on-demand maintenance across yards and on the road. The role requires physical work, welding certification, and the ability to operate heavy equipment.

The position involves recording repairs for monthly billing and collaborating with teams to complete tasks across industrial sites. Local travel and shifting weather conditions are expected.