Railcar Repairman - Wolfforth, TX

Watco Transloading; Wolfforth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture recognition

Career development

On-the-job training

Watco University programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Watco Transloading in Wolfforth, TX is hiring for an on-site, full-time rail car inspector/maintenance technician. The role ensures FRA/AAR compliance, inspects, repairs, and documents railcar work, reads blueprints, and operates cranes and forklifts.

The position includes on-the-job training, career growth opportunities, and a culture praised by industry observers. Must be 18+ with a HS Diploma or GED, and willing to work hourly with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with High School or GED equivalent.
• Follows FRA and AAR regulations when repairing railcars.
• Reads and interprets blueprints accurately.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in using a cutting torch in all positions without causing damage to adjoining parts; completed 5F welding qualification test for pipe.
• Ensure compliance with all federal requirements, company guidelines, and safety regulations while performing duties.
• Reads and interprets blueprints accurately.
• Performs repairs on both foreign and fleet vehicles.
• Adheres to FRA and AAR regulations when conducting car repairs.
• Maintains accurate records of all repairs performed.
• Operates mobile cranes, wheel trucks, and forklifts safely and effectively.
• Collaborates with other departments during derailment site operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Rail car inspection

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting torch

5F welding qualification

Mobile cranes

Wheel trucks

Forklifts

Job description

Job Location: Wolfforth, TX Depot-Wolfforth-79382

Office Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Hourly

Job Type: Full Time

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco .

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek


• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers


• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center


• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University


• Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

Responsible for rail car inspection, maintenance and repairs in accordance with FRA and AAR regulations. Must re-rail cars and provide estimate damages at derailment sites, make out billing repair cards in compliance with AAR office manual, and identify AAR/FRA violations when present on railcars.This job description is general and illustrative of the type of duties required for this position. This description is not all inclusive and is not meant to be a detailed description of each duty performed by the incumbent of the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Proficient in using a cutting torch in all positions without causing damage to adjoining parts; successfully completed 5F welding qualification test for pipe


• Ensure compliance with all federal requirements, company guidelines, and safety regulations while performing duties


• Reads and interprets blueprints accurately


• Performs repairs on both foreign and fleet vehicles


• Adheres to FRA and AAR regulations when conducting car repairs


• Maintains accurate records of all repairs performed


• Operates mobile cranes, wheel trucks, and forklifts safely and effectively


• Collaborates with other departments during derailment site operationsPerform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent