Railcar Repair Technician

Colonial Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Group in Louisville, KY is seeking a Railcar Repair Technician to safely handle heavy equipment, railcars, and tracks while performing repairs. The role emphasizes safety and hands-on training.

No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided. A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass drug screening, physical, and background checks are expected. Fluent English is required; regular on-site attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret basic work orders and safety rules.
• Must pass drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) is required.
• May require a valid TWIC card depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Interpret work orders and follow blueprints to perform repairs.
• Weld, cut and gouge using basic mechanical tools.
• Notify of materials or equipment needed to complete tasks.
• Follow safety rules and keep work area clean and compliant with policies.
• Ensure ARS, EHS and customer QA standards are met.
• Complete any other duties as assigned to finish the task.

Skills

English fluency

Punctuality

Military experience

Driver's license

Job description

Railcar Repair Technician

Looking to join a team that values safety and training? PSC Group is hiring full-time Railcar Repair Technicians to safely handle heavy equipment, railcars, and tracks while completing all repairs. Build a stable, long-term career with a company that puts employees first. Join the PSC family today!

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Interprets job work orders and follows blueprints / schematics to perform required repairs
• Utilizes basic mechanical skills and builds knowledge of machines and tools to weld, cut and gouge
• Notifies of any materials and/or equipment required to ensure completion of job tasks
• Follows all safety rules, keeps work area clean and complies with all ARS Environmental Health and Safety Policies
• Ensures AAR, ARS and customer quality assurance standards are met
• Completes any other duties as assigned in order to complete the task

Job Qualifications:

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver's License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus