Railcar Preparation Technician

About the role

Road & Rail Services is hiring a Railcar Preparation Technician for their Georgetown, Kentucky, operation. This position offers hands-on training and the chance to work outdoors, staying physically active while gaining experience in the railroad industry.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for debris, dirt, contaminants, and visible damage
• Clean railcar interiors using backpack blowers, scrapers, and hand tools
• Prepare railcars for the safe loading and transportation of new vehicles
• Remove materials that could potentially cause vehicle damage
• Open, inspect, and secure railcar doors when assigned
• Climb railcar ladders and perform work at heights of up to 20 feet
• Inspect tools and equipment before beginning work
• Maintain assigned tools and report equipment problems
• Perform general labor and housekeeping duties around the worksite
• Keep railcars and surrounding work areas clean and organized
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, damage, or operational concerns
• Safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights
• Work around railcars, industrial equipment, dust, and loud noise
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Work independently while also contributing to a team
• Maintain a safety-first attitude throughout the shift

Requirements

Previous railroad experience is not required. Candidates must be able to:

• Report to work consistently
• Lift, carry, push, or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently bend, reach, squat, climb, and use hand tools
• Safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights
• Work around railcars, industrial equipment, dust, and loud noise
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Work independently while also contributing to a team
• Maintain a safety-first attitude throughout the shift

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in general labor, warehouse operations, construction, landscaping, agriculture, manufacturing, maintenance, or other physical work can be helpful

Skills

Essential skills for this role include:

• Physical fitness and stamina
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow safety instructions
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

This position pays $19.29 per hour. Eligible full-time employees may also receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Hands-on railroad industry training
• Opportunities to learn additional skills
• Potential advancement within the company
• A veteran-friendly workplace
• A promote-from-within culture

Pay and Schedule

The pay for this position is $19.29 per hour. Shifts are on a first shift schedule.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees may also receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Hands-on railroad industry training
• Opportunities to learn additional skills
• Potential advancement within the company
• A veteran-friendly workplace
• A promote-from-within culture