Traveling Rail Maintenance Technician

Adecco (Portugal); Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a mechanically inclined technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on rail yard equipment, engines, hydraulics, and conveyors. This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, reading technical manuals and schematics to diagnose issues, and ensuring equipment operates safely and reliably.

Travel is a core part of the position, with assignments at multiple rail yards both domestically and internationally. A valid driver’s license and a current U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize safety.
• Valid driver’s license and current U.S. passport, as the role involves domestic and international travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on rail equipment, engines, hydraulics, conveyors, and other yard equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Assist with welding, fabrication, and equipment repairs.
• Read technical manuals and schematics to diagnose issues.
• Travel to different rail yards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Independent work

Safety focus

Welding / Fabrication

Job description

Adecco is seeking a mechanically inclined technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on rail yard equipment, engines, hydraulics, and conveyors. This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, reading technical manuals and schematics to diagnose issues, and ensuring equipment operates safely and reliably.

Travel is a core part of the position, with assignments at multiple rail yards both domestically and internationally. A valid driver’s license and a current U.S.