Railcar Mechanical Repair Technician (1st Shift)

CF Rail Services, LLC; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Rail Services in Meridian, MS is seeking a Mechanical Railcar Repair Technician 1 to perform repairs and maintenance on various railcars. You will work with hand and power tools, operate equipment, and document work orders while upholding CFRS safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and can pass FRA Freight Car Safety Standards courses. This role supports CF Rail Services’ North American railcar repair operations with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 1–3 months related experience/training
• Must pass FRA Freight Car Safety Standards courses coordinated by CF Rail Management
• Understand railcars, components and billing repair cards
• Adhere to CFRS, OSHA and environmental rules and regulations

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs such as mechanical, grinding, cleaning and touch up painting on various railcars
• Set up and operate hand and power tools (air arc, plasma cutting, huck machines, oxy fuel)
• Document training to set up and operate or drive Equipment (forklift, man lift, crane, skid loader, hoist, hydraulic boom)
• Proficiently document work performed on work orders and repairs
• Learn and adhere to CFRS safety procedures and quality standards

Skills

Team player

Effective listening

Clear communication

Reading English documents

Numerical ability

Reasoning

Education

High school diploma or GED

FRA Freight Car Safety Standards (course)

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Skid loader

Hoist

Hydraulic boom

Boom lifts

Job description

CF Rail Services in Meridian, MS is seeking a Mechanical Railcar Repair Technician 1 to perform repairs and maintenance on various railcars. You will work with hand and power tools, operate equipment, and document work orders while upholding CFRS safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and can pass FRA Freight Car Safety Standards courses. This role supports CF Rail Services’ North American railcar repair operations with opportunities for growth.