Railcar Repair & Maintenance Technician

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to ensure railroad safety and regulatory compliance. You will inspect car components for FRA and AAR standards and perform scheduled and on-demand maintenance, including air brake tests.

Responsibilities include repairing or replacing defective parts, welding operations, and preparing repair documentation for billing. The role requires operating forklifts and car-moving equipment in various settings and weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Welding certification required.
• CDL preferred.
• Four-year journeyman carman preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with railroad rules and FRA safety regulations.
• Inspect car components for FRA, AAR, and company standards.
• Perform maintenance activities, including air brake tests.
• Repair or replace defective components and weld parts as needed.
• Prepare repair bills and monthly billing records; maintain repair logs.
• Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car-moving equipment.

Skills

Work experience

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Outdoor work in all weather

Education

High school diploma or GED

Age 18+

Welding certification

CDL preferred

Journeyman carman (4-year) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to ensure railroad safety and regulatory compliance. You will inspect car components for FRA and AAR standards and perform scheduled and on-demand maintenance, including air brake tests.

Responsibilities include repairing or replacing defective parts, welding operations, and preparing repair documentation for billing. The role requires operating forklifts and car-moving equipment in various settings and weather conditions.