Railcar Mechanic

Roadandrail; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Yearly safety bonus opportunities

Veteran-friendly workplace

Opportunities for advancement

Promote‑from‑within culture

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Railcar Mechanic to inspect, repair and maintain railroad equipment in an outdoor industrial setting. The role emphasizes hands-on welding, fabrication, cutting torches, and mechanical repairs with an emphasis on safety and accuracy.

The position requires the ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems, work independently, and follow written and verbal instructions while maintaining tools and documenting inspections.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on diagnostic ability.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, cutting torches, or industrial repair.
• Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain railcars and related components.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for damage, wear and defects and perform repairs.
• Conduct stick welding, cutting, grinding and metal fabrication.
• Remove or replace damaged parts and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and documentation of inspections and repairs.

Skills

Stick welding

Metal fabrication

Torch cutting

Mechanical repair

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel repair

Automotive repair

Manufacturing maintenance

Railroad repair

Tools

Cutting torches

Grinders

Pipe wrenches

Job description

Railcar Mechanic

Road & Rail Services
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Pay: $27 - Negotiated based on experience

Put Your Mechanical & Welding Skills to Work

Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable, safety-focused Railcar Mechanic to inspect, maintain, and repair railroad equipment.

This is a hands-on skilled trades position for someone who enjoys working with tools, troubleshooting mechanical problems, welding, and completing repairs in an outdoor industrial environment.

We're especially interested in candidates with experience in stick welding, metal fabrication, cutting torches, mechanical repair, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment, automotive or diesel repair, or similar skilled trades.

Previous railcar repair experience is preferred, but it is not required. If you have a strong mechanical background and are comfortable working with welding and fabrication equipment, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As a Railcar Mechanic, you will:

Inspect railcars for damage, wear, defects, and mechanical issues

Complete mechanical repairs on railcars and related components

Perform stick welding, cutting, grinding, and metal fabrication

Use cutting torches to remove or prepare metal components

Remove and replace damaged or worn railcar parts

Troubleshoot mechanical problems and determine necessary repairs

Use grinders, pipe wrenches, pry bars, ratchets, sockets, and other hand and power tools

Inspect completed work to ensure repairs meet required standards

Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas

Complete required inspection and repair documentation

Follow company, customer, and applicable industry safety requirements

What We're Looking For

Candidates should have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in one or more of the following areas:

Stick welding

Metal fabrication

Cutting torch operation

Mechanical or industrial repair

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel or automotive repair

Manufacturing maintenance

Railroad or railcar repair

You should also be dependable, safety-conscious, comfortable working independently, and able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical & Work Requirements

This is a physically active position performed primarily outdoors. Employees must be able to:

Frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach, stand, and walk

Work safely around railroad and industrial equipment

Open railcar end doors requiring approximately 90 pounds of pulling force and 68 pounds of pushing force

Climb ladders and work at heights exceeding 16 feet

Work on uneven surfaces

Work outdoors in hot, cold, rain, wind, dust, and other weather conditions

Safely wear all required personal protective equipment

A valid driver's license may be required when operating company vehicles or equipment.

Benefits

Road & Rail Services offers eligible full-time employees:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Yearly safety bonus opportunities

Veteran-friendly workplace

Opportunities for advancement

Promote‑from‑within culture

Build Your Career with Road & Rail Services

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related services throughout North America, including railcar maintenance, terminal operations, plant services, and rail asset support.

If you're mechanically inclined and have experience with welding, fabrication, cutting torches, or industrial repair, apply today to join our team as a Railcar Mechanic.