Railcar Repair Technician 1

Cathcart Rail, LLC; Semora (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Rail in Roxboro Ops - Semora, NC is seeking Repair Technicians to inspect and repair railcars, ensuring mechanical and operational integrity per industry specs. The role emphasizes hands-on work in year-round outdoor conditions with safety-focused responsibilities.

Incumbents will use mechanical skills for repairs across railcars, with a sign-on bonus of $1,500 and a competitive pay scale based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as Carman or Railcar Repair Technician desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and blueprints.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and experience with hand & power tools, including heavy tools and torches.
• Outdoor, physical, hands-on work with standing, climbing, lifting.
• Certified E7018 welder preferred.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform simple calculations.
• Reasoning to solve practical problems.
• Ability to pass fitness-for-duty and pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rules.
• Conduct pre- and post-inspection of railcars.
• Follow safety protocols including OSHA regulations.
• Adhere to in-house quality programs and regulatory rules.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area per safety and environmental rules.
• Follow written and verbal directions and work well in a team.
• Understand railcar components and shop work orders; manage inventory.
• Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars and perform repairs as needed.
• Operate tools and welding equipment per procedures.
• Complete training to operate or drive equipment like forklift, crane, etc.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Math skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Roxboro Ops - Semora, NC 27343, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Transportation, Summary DescriptionGuardian Rail is proud to operate one of the country’s leading freight rail services and transportation companies with a large network of freight and tank car repair facilities, a nationwide network of running repair agents, and a rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites.We currently have Repair Technician positions available. Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to ensure mechanical and operational integrity per customer and industry specifications. We seek candidates with rail industry or other heavy industrial experience, including welding or mechanical assembly.

We offer a sign on/retention bonus of $1,500, payable over the first 12 months of employment and a competitive pay scale based on relevant skills and experience. Responsible for the repair of various types of railcars and/or tank cars. Incumbents will use mechanical skills to safely inspect and repair railcars to industry and customer specifications. Candidates must have a safety and quality mindset and enjoy hands-on work in year-round outdoor conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR interchange rules
• Conduct pre and post inspection of all assigned railcars
• Comply fully with all safety protocols including in house and OSHA rules, regulations and procedures
• Comply fully with the Company's quality program by conforming to in-house processes and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations
• Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner to comply with Guardian Rail, OSHA, and environmental rules and regulations
• Follow written and verbal directions
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Possess a thorough understanding of railcar, components, and/or shop work order
• Understand inventory control
• Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars
• Perform repairs such as, but not limited to, basic mechanics, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on various types of railcars or tank cars as required
• Set up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines and processes, and oxyfuel operation in heating and cutting processes
• Perform interior railcar cleaning
• Complete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, man-lift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist, or hydraulic boom
• Meet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight cars utilizing GMAW (Hardwire), FCAW (Flux Core), and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Prior experience as a Carman or Railcar Repair Technician highly desirable
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprints
• Must possess basic mechanical knowledge and experience with hand & power tools, including heavier air and electric powered tools and cutting torches
• Must enjoy outdoor, physical, hands on work with frequent standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting required
• Certified E7018 welder preferred
• Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence and speak and communicate effectively
• Must possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical concepts
• Must possess reasoning ability to solve practical problems
• Must be able to fully pass the fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Our physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid, and dusty conditions. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and low precarious places, as well as in confined spaces. The work type is best described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very physical, and without proper work planning can result in out-of-position pushing, pulling, and lifting. Proper body mechanics, positioning, and lifting techniques can be very important. Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks and to use lifting equipment when and where necessary. The positioning of the work being performed can change very frequently. Various heavier air and electric-powered tools such as car jacks, impact wrenches, and grinders are used daily. Work also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels, socket wrenches, and ladders. Cutting torches are also used with welding equipment upon qualification of the employee. Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling, and visual acuity, with color and depth perceptionAbility to work in a confined spaceRequired to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.