Railcar Service Lead: Hands-on Team Leader

Shur-Co; Eddyville (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shur-Co LLC in Eddyville, IA is seeking a Railcar Technician Lead to supervise and perform installation and repair of cover systems on customer railcars. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather, welding, grinding, riveting, and use of PPE and fall protection.

Travel to remote locations may be required, and overtime is common during peak periods. The ideal candidate has strong leadership, hands-on mechanical skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related experience/training optional.
• Ability to work with hands for long periods and in varying weather.
• Follow safety rules to perform railcar repairs safely.
• Complete required training and certifications as needed.
• Operate common hand and power tools for installation and repair.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and remove cover system components on railcars.
• Perform welding, grinding, riveting, and related tasks.
• Work outdoors with PPE and fall protection; operate in extreme weather.
• Travel to remote customer locations as needed and overtime is typical.
• Maintain safety, quality, and team productivity.

Skills

Hands-on work

Extreme weather

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Welding equipment

Generators

Railcar movers

Job description

Shur-Co LLC in Eddyville, IA is seeking a Railcar Technician Lead to supervise and perform installation and repair of cover systems on customer railcars. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather, welding, grinding, riveting, and use of PPE and fall protection.

Travel to remote locations may be required, and overtime is common during peak periods. The ideal candidate has strong leadership, hands-on mechanical skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.