Railcar Surface Prep Specialist

Iron-Horse-Rail; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Day shift

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Iron Horse is hiring Railcar Abrasive Blasters in Beaumont, TX to support our Paint Operations. You will prepare freight railcars by removing paint, rust, grease, and debris to ensure proper coating readiness.

This is a stable, full-time day shift role with opportunities to develop coatings, inspection, and railcar repair skills. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship as you read work orders, operate blasting equipment, and collaborate with the Paint Operations team to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in railcar preparation, abrasive blasting, or related industrial field preferred.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Familiarity with blasting tools and related equipment.
• Experience with hydroblasting, sandblasting, or sponge jet blasting is a plus.
• Ability to read basic work drawings and follow scope-of-work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate abrasive blasting equipment on interior and exterior railcar surfaces.
• Clean, mask, and prepare designated areas of freight railcars.
• Remove parts that do not require blasting or painting.
• Use hand-held blasting tools to remove old coatings, rust, grease, and debris.
• Read and accurately follow job work orders and scope-of-work instructions.
• Identify and notify supervisors of necessary railcar repairs or additional work.
• Perform work efficiently, safely, and within allotted timeframes.
• Maintain blasting equipment and work areas in clean, safe, and working condition.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Work effectively with other members of the Paint Operations team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Abrasive blasting equipment

Job description

Iron Horse is hiring Railcar Abrasive Blasters in Beaumont, TX to support our Paint Operations. You will prepare freight railcars by removing paint, rust, grease, and debris to ensure proper coating readiness.

This is a stable, full-time day shift role with opportunities to develop coatings, inspection, and railcar repair skills. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship as you read work orders, operate blasting equipment, and collaborate with the Paint Operations team to