Railcar Repairman / Welder

Roadandrail; Tennessee; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Railcar Repairman / Welder in Loudon, Tennessee, offering $25.00 per hour for a full-time, on-site role. The position emphasizes welding and hands-on repair work on railcars, with a focus on safety and quality in an industrial setting.

The candidate will perform inspection, welding, fabrication, mechanical repair, and general railcar maintenance, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Welding experience required.
• Railcar maintenance or repair experience preferred.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment safely.
• Experience with fabrication and mechanical repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, fitting, fabrication, and mechanical repairs on railcars and related components.
• Inspect equipment for damage, wear, cracks, loose components, and other conditions requiring repair.
• Repair, replace, adjust, or secure railcar components using hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and approved equipment.
• Complete repairs safely and accurately while following company, customer, railroad, and facility requirements.

Skills

Welding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Team communication

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Railcar Repairman / Welder

Location: Loudon, Tennessee

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, On-Site

Welding Experience Is Required

Road & Rail Services is hiring a Railcar Repairman / Welder in Loudon, Tennessee.

This is a hands‑on repair position for someone who knows how to work with metal, tools, and equipment and is comfortable solving mechanical problems in an industrial environment. You will inspect railcars, identify damaged or worn components, and complete repairs needed to keep equipment safe and in service.

Railcar maintenance experience is a strong plus, but we are also interested in experienced welders and repair professionals from industrial maintenance, heavy equipment, fabrication, automotive, diesel, manufacturing, or similar skilled trades.

The most important thing is that you can weld and you know how to repair things.

What You'll Do

Your day will include a mix of inspection, welding, fabrication, mechanical repair, and general railcar maintenance.

• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, fitting, fabrication, and mechanical repairs on railcars and related components
• Inspect equipment for damage, wear, cracks, loose components, and other conditions requiring repair
• Repair, replace, adjust, or secure railcar components using hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and approved equipment
• Complete repairs safely and accurately while following company, customer, railroad, and facility requirements

What We're Looking For

We need someone who is comfortable doing real repair work, not just assisting someone else.

• Welding experience is required
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on repair, fabrication, or maintenance experience
• Railcar maintenance or repair experience is preferred, but strong industrial repair experience will also be considered
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, follow written repair procedures, and communicate clearly with supervisors and team members

The Work Environment

This is an active industrial position. You will spend your shift around rail equipment and may work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and noise.

The job requires standing, walking, bending, climbing, crouching, reaching, and handling tools and materials throughout the day. Candidates must be able to wear required PPE and work overtime or weekends when operational needs require it.

Why Road & Rail Services?

Starting pay is $25.00 per hour.

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid holidays and vacation
• annual steel-toe boot allowance
• company-provided PPE
• opportunities for training and advancement

About Us

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided rail‑related operations, maintenance, and logistics support throughout North America. Our teams support railroads, shippers, industrial facilities, and owners of rail equipment with a focus on safety, quality, and dependable service.

Nearby Areas

Candidates from Loudon and surrounding communities are encouraged to apply, including:

• Lenoir City
• Sweetwater
• Kingston
• Madisonville
• Maryville
• Alcoa
• Oak Ridge
• Harriman
• Rockwood
• Athens
• Knoxville
• Vonore
• Greenback
• Philadelphia
• Farragut
• Friendsville
• Etowah
• Decatur
• Oliver Springs