Railcar Repair Apprentice — On-the-Job Training

Watco Transloading LLC; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco Transloading LLC in Toledo, OH is seeking an enthusiastic Railcar Repairman Apprentice to join our maintenance team. You will inspect, maintain, and repair rail cars in compliance with FRA and AAR regulations, including re-rail operations and damage estimation at derailment sites.

The role offers on-site training, hands-on work with cranes and forklifts, and opportunities for career development through Watco University.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18+ years old and have a valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair rail cars per FRA and AAR rules.
• Re-rail cars and estimate damages at derailment sites.
• Prepare repair billing cards following AAR office manual.
• Read blueprints and perform welding with safe practices.
• Operate cranes, wheel trucks, and forklifts safely.

Skills

Railcar inspection

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting torch

Mobile crane

Wheel trucks

Forklifts

Job description

Watco Transloading LLC in Toledo, OH is seeking an enthusiastic Railcar Repairman Apprentice to join our maintenance team. You will inspect, maintain, and repair rail cars in compliance with FRA and AAR regulations, including re-rail operations and damage estimation at derailment sites.

The role offers on-site training, hands-on work with cranes and forklifts, and opportunities for career development through Watco University.