Railcar Prepper

Road & Rail Services; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual boot allowance

PPE provided

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Normal, IL is seeking a dependable Railcar Prepper for an outdoor, hands-on role inspecting, cleaning, and preparing railcars for safe transport. You will work with a team, operate tools like backpack blowers and scrapers, and ensure each railcar meets safety standards.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to learn new tasks, with starting pay of $20.00 per hour. A valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or GED are required, with full-time,

Qualifications

• Must be safety minded and able to work outdoors.
• Reliability and ability to work as part of a team.
• Able to learn new tasks and follow procedures.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for damage, fatigue, debris, and conditions affecting transport.
• Assist with opening/closing railcar end doors and identify needed repairs.
• Use tools to remove debris and contaminants and keep railcars ready for service.
• Maintain tools and equipment and keep work areas clean.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Willing to learn

Valid driver’s license

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Normal, IL
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: Road & Rail Services

Start a Career That Keeps You Moving

Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Railcar Prepper to join our team in Normal, IL. This is a hands-on outdoor position where you will help inspect, clean, and prepare railcars for safe transport.

If you like staying active, working with a team, and having a job where you can see what you accomplished at the end of the day, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

As a Railcar Prepper, you will inspect railcars for damage, fatigue, debris, and other conditions that may affect transport. You will assist with opening and closing railcar end doors, identify repairs that may be completed by Road & Rail Services, and help make sure each railcar is ready for service.

You will also use backpack blowers, scrapers, and other tools to remove debris and contaminants that could potentially damage vehicles or interfere with transport.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining assigned tools and equipment, keeping work areas clean, and following all company, customer, and industry safety procedures.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Qualified candidates should have:

• A strong commitment to safety
• Reliable attendance and a willingness to work as part of a team
• The ability to learn new tasks and follow detailed procedures
• A high school diploma or GED, or equivalent ability
• A valid state driver's license

Previous rail, automotive, warehouse, construction, landscaping, or other hands-on labor experience can be helpful, but a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are just as important.

What We Offer

• medical and dental insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• paid holidays and vacation
• an annual steel-toed boot allowance
• company-provided personal protective equipment

We are veteran-friendly and believe in promoting from within whenever possible.

About Road & Rail Services

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services has grown into a leading provider of rail-related services throughout North America. Our teams provide plant and terminal operating expertise along with field maintenance support for railroads, rail shippers, and owners of rail-related equipment and facilities.