Railcar Prepper

Road & Rail Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m2

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual steel‑toe boot allowance

Company‑provided personal protective装备

Weekly safety incentive opportunities

Hands‑on training

Career advancement opportunities

Veteran‑friendly workplace

Promote‑from‑within company culture

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Railcar Preparation Technician in Kansas City, MO. This hands-on role inspects, cleans, and prepares railcars for service or transport, outdoors around rail equipment. You will use backpack blowers, scrapers, hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.

Welding and mechanical aptitude help, with prior railcar exposure preferred but not required. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Previous stick welding experience is required.
• Experience safely operating basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, lift and perform physical work.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for damage, wear, debris, and safety concerns.
• Determine repairs that Road & Rail Services can perform.
• Clean railcar interiors with backpack blowers and scrapers.
• Remove dirt and contaminants to ensure safe transport.
• Open, close, and secure railcar end doors.
• Perform basic stick welding and minor repairs.
• Use hand and power tools safely and properly.
• Inspect tools and equipment and report defects.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and safety gear.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, free of hazards.
• Communicate damage and repair needs to supervision.
• Complete inspection and repair documentation.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Participate in safety meetings and training.
• Assist teammates with additional railcar prep tasks.

Skills

Stick welding

Outdoor work

Safety focus

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Railcar Preparation Technician

Company: Road & Rail Services
Location: Kansas City, MO
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time

Put Your Welding and Mechanical Skills to Work

Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Railcar Preparation Technician for our Kansas City operation. This hands‑on position is responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and preparing railcars before they return to service or are used to transport vehicles and other freight.

You will work outdoors around rail equipment and use backpack blowers, scrapers, hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment. The position is a good fit for someone who enjoys physical work, knows how to perform basic stick welding, and takes pride in completing each assignment safely and correctly.

Previous railcar experience is helpful but not required. Candidates with experience in welding, construction, metal fabrication, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, automotive repair, or other mechanical occupations are encouraged to apply.

Essential Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for visible damage, wear, fatigue, debris, and potential safety concerns.
• Determine whether identified repairs can be completed by Road & Rail Services.
• Clean railcar interiors using backpack blowers, scrapers, and other approved equipment.
• Remove dirt, debris, and contaminants that could interfere with safe transportation.
• Open, close, and secure railcar end doors.
• Perform basic stick welding and authorized minor repairs.
• Use hand and power tools safely and properly.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report any defects.
• Maintain responsibility for assigned tools, equipment, and safety gear.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of avoidable hazards.
• Communicate damage, quality concerns, and repair needs to supervision.
• Complete required inspection and repair documentation.
• Follow all company, customer, and applicable industry safety procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment while working.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and other assigned activities.
• Assist team members with additional railcar preparation duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Previous stick welding experience is required.
• Experience safely operating basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, lift, and perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Willingness to work in a fast‑paced industrial and railroad environment.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to report to work as scheduled.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety‑first approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience in railcar service, welding, fabrication, construction, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or general labor is preferred.

Benefits and Employee Programs

Eligible full-time employees receive:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual steel‑toe boot allowance
• Company‑provided personal protective equipment
• Weekly safety incentive opportunities
• Hands‑on training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Veteran‑friendly workplace
• Promote‑from‑within company culture

About Road & Rail Services

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided specialized rail and industrial services throughout North America. Our teams support terminal operations, railcar preparation, vehicle handling, and field maintenance for railroads, shippers, and rail‑equipment owners.

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