Railcar Inspector / Prep Technician

About the Role

Road & Rail Services is hiring a Railcar Inspector / Prep Technician to prepare rail equipment for safe, efficient transportation. This hands-on position combines railcar inspection, cleaning, and basic maintenance support in an active outdoor work environment. The right candidate will be dependable, attentive to detail, and committed to following established safety procedures. Welding, mechanical repair, industrial maintenance, or similar hands-on experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Examine railcars for visible damage, wear, fatigue, and other conditions that may affect serviceability
• Clean railcar interiors and exterior work areas using backpack blowers, scrapers, and other assigned tools
• Remove dirt, debris, residue, and potential contaminants before railcars are released
• Assist with opening, inspecting, and closing railcar end doors
• Identify conditions that may require mechanical attention or additional repair
• Report damage, equipment concerns, and unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor
• Maintain control of company-issued tools and equipment
• Inspect tools before use and immediately report damaged or missing items
• Follow Customer Requirements And Company Work Instructions
• Comply with applicable workplace and rail-industry safety standards
• Wear all required personal protective equipment
• Keep assigned work areas orderly and free of avoidable hazards
• Support other railcar preparation and facility duties as assigned

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
• Ability to work effectively with supervisors and other team members
• Willingness to perform physical work in an outdoor industrial environment

Experience with welding, fabrication, mechanical repair, rail equipment, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance is a plus.

Physical and Work Environment

This job is performed primarily outdoors around railcars, tools, and industrial equipment. Employees must be prepared to work in changing weather conditions and remain physically active throughout the shift. The position may require extended periods of standing and walking, as well as bending, reaching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and using hand or powered tools. Employees must be able to safely operate assigned equipment and properly wear all required PPE.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Benefits With Company Matching
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Opportunities for internal advancement
• Veteran-friendly workplace
• Training and long-term career-development opportunities

Pay

$17.00 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

About Road & Rail Services

Founded in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides specialized rail, automotive, and logistics support throughout North America. Our employees assist railroads, manufacturers, shippers, and rail-equipment owners through terminal operations, railcar services, vehicle handling, and field maintenance. We value safe work, consistent performance, and employees who take pride in completing each assignment correctly. Our promote-from-within culture provides motivated team members with opportunities to develop their skills and pursue additional responsibilities.