Traveling Railcar Repair Technician

Road & Rail Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Weekly safety incentive opportunities

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

PPE provided

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Traveling Railcar Repair Technician based in Fulton County, Georgia. This field-based role requires freight railcar repair experience, welding capabilities, and willingness to travel to various work locations.

You will inspect railcars for defects, perform authorized repairs, and document maintenance in accordance with AAR and customer requirements. Travel and outdoor work in rail yards and industrial environments are expected.

Qualifications

• Freight railcar repair or maintenance experience required.
• Hands-on welding experience (stick welding).
• Familiarity with freight railcar components and repair practices.

Responsibilities

• Examine freight railcars for structural damage, defects, wear, and maintenance concerns.
• Determine repair needs based on inspection findings.
• Complete approved repairs to railcar components and equipment.
• Perform stick welding and other authorized welding procedures.
• Complete cutting, grinding, fabrication, and mechanical work.
• Service and lubricate components when required.
• Perform required railcar markings and stenciling.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment safely.
• Maintain accurate inspection and repair documentation.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment as assigned.
• Keep work areas organized and free of hazards.
• Complete repairs according to AAR requirements.

Skills

Railcar maintenance knowledge

Welding (stick welding)

Mechanical troubleshooting

Travel ability

Documentation skills

Driver's license

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Traveling Railcar Repair Technician

Location: Fulton County, GA

Pay: $28.00-$34.00 per hour, based on experience

Position Type: Full-Time

Travel: Required

Take Your Railcar Repair Skills on the Road

Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced Traveling Railcar Repair Technician based in Fulton County, Georgia. This is a field-based opportunity for a skilled railroad professional with previous freight railcar repair experience, welding capabilities, and the flexibility to travel to different work locations.

This position is intended for someone who already understands the fundamentals of freight car inspection and repair. Previous railcar repair experience and welding experience are required. This is not an entry-level opportunity.

You'll use your existing skills to identify defects, complete authorized repairs, and help ensure rail equipment meets required safety and service standards.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Depending on the project and customer location, your work may include:

Examine freight railcars for structural damage, defects, wear, and maintenance concerns

Determine repair needs based on inspection findings

Complete approved repairs to railcar components and equipment

Perform stick welding and other authorized welding procedures

Complete cutting, grinding, fabrication, and mechanical work

Service and lubricate components when required

Perform required railcar markings and stenciling

Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other repair equipment safely

Maintain accurate inspection and repair documentation

Operate company vehicles and equipment as assigned

Keep work areas organized and free of unnecessary hazards

Complete repairs according to company, customer, and applicable AAR requirements

Follow all site-specific and railroad safety procedures

Experience Required

We're looking for candidates who can bring established railcar maintenance knowledge to the position and perform field assignments with limited supervision.

Qualified applicants should have:

Professional freight railcar repair or maintenance experience

Hands-on welding experience, including stick welding

Familiarity with freight railcar components and repair practices

Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities

Experience using welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools

Ability to understand repair instructions and complete required documentation

Ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards

Valid driver's license

Willingness and ability to travel

Reliable attendance and a safety-first approach

Previous 4G and 5G welding experience is strongly preferred.

Experience as a Railroad Carman, Freight Car Repairer, Railcar Welder, Railcar Mechanic, or Railcar Maintenance Technician may be particularly relevant.

Travel & Field Work

This is a travel position based in Fulton County, Georgia. Employees should be prepared to travel to railroad facilities, customer sites, and other project locations according to operational requirements. The length and frequency of assignments may vary.

Work is performed in active railroad and industrial environments. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and changing weather conditions while working around railcars, tracks, machinery, tools, dirt, and noise.

Compensation & Benefits

$28.00-$34.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Road & Rail Services offers:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Weekly safety incentive opportunities

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Career development and advancement opportunities

Promote-from-within culture

Road & Rail Services has supported the North American rail industry since 1987 through railcar repair, inspection, field maintenance, terminal operations, and related services.