Railcar Prep/Inspector

Road & Rail Services; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Annual boot allowance

PPE provided

Opportunities for internal advancement

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Montgomery, AL is seeking a reliable Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician to examine, clean, and prepare railcars for service. The role may involve authorized minor repairs using stick welding and requires safety‑minded, hands‑on work outdoors around rail equipment.

You will work as part of a team, follow instructions, wear PPE, and maintain tools and a hazard‑free work area. Prior stick‑welding experience and familiarity with basic hand and power tools are important.

Qualifications

• Minimum stick-welding experience.
• Familiarity with common hand and power tools.
• Willingness to work outdoors throughout the year.
• Consistent, dependable attendance.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions.
• Experience in rail operations or industrial maintenance preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Examine railcars for visible damage, excessive wear, and signs of fatigue.
• Operate railcar end doors safely.
• Clear dirt, debris, and other materials with backpack blowers and scraping equipment.
• Identify repair needs within approved scope of work.
• Complete authorized minor repairs using stick-welding techniques.
• Care for tools, equipment, and PPE and keep area hazard-free.
• Follow all safety requirements from Road & Rail Services and customers.

Skills

Stick welding

Hand tools

Power tools

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Backpack blowers

Scraping equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

• 401(k) retirement benefits

Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician – Montgomery, AL

Location: Montgomery, Alabama

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: Based on Experience

Build Your Career in the Rail Industry

Road & Rail Services is seeking a reliable, safety-minded team member for our Montgomery operation. As a Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician, you will examine, clean, and prepare railcars for service. You may also perform authorized minor repairs using stick welding.

This active, hands‑on position is performed primarily outdoors around rail equipment. It is a good fit for someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in doing the job correctly, and can stay productive in a fast-moving industrial environment.

Your Responsibilities

You will help ensure railcars are clean, properly inspected, and prepared for transportation. Daily duties may include:

• Examining railcars for visible damage, excessive wear, and signs of fatigue
• Operating railcar end doors safely
• Clearing dirt, debris, and other materials with backpack blowers and scraping equipment
• Identifying repair needs that fall within the company's approved scope of work
• Completing authorized minor repairs using stick-welding techniques
• Caring for assigned tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment
• Maintaining an orderly and hazard-free work area
• Following all Road & Rail Services, customer, and industry safety requirements

What You'll Need

The ideal candidate is dependable, attentive to detail, and committed to working safely. You should be comfortable completing physical tasks outside in varying weather conditions and working as part of a team.

Minimum Qualifications Include

• Previous stick-welding experience
• Familiarity with common hand and power tools
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions
• Willingness to work outdoors throughout the year
• Consistent, dependable attendance
• Strong commitment to safety and quality

Experience in rail operations, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, construction, or another hands‑on labor environment is preferred but not required.

Benefits and Perks

Road & Rail Services offers hands‑on training, dependable work, and opportunities for career advancement.

Employees May Receive

• Medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Annual allowance for steel‑toe work boots
• Company‑provided personal protective equipment
• Opportunities for internal advancement

We proudly welcome veterans and believe in recognizing dependable employees who are ready to learn and grow.

About Road & Rail Services

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided railcar, terminal, and field‑maintenance solutions throughout North America. Our employees support railroads, industrial shippers, and equipment owners by helping keep their operations safe and moving efficiently.

Start Your Next Opportunity

If you have stick‑welding experience and are interested in a hands‑on career inspecting, cleaning, and preparing railcars,