Railcar Repairman

Location: Sand Springs, OK

About the role

Road & Rail Services is seeking a safety-focused Railcar Repair Technician to join our team in Sand Springs, Oklahoma. This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced mechanic who enjoys working outdoors, solving mechanical problems, and seeing the results of their work. Candidates with experience in railcar repair, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment, trailer repair, or a related mechanical field are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Examine railcars for mechanical defects, structural damage, excessive wear, fatigue, and other serviceability concerns
• Determine whether identified repairs can be completed safely at the Sand Springs facility
• Perform authorized repairs in accordance with customer instructions and applicable Association of American Railroads standards
• Use pipe wrenches, pry bars, ratchets, grinders, and other hand or power tools
• Lubricate railcars and properly mark or record the completed service date
• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, repairs, and completed work
• Report railcars requiring specialized or off-site repairs to management
• Assist with cleaning and preparing railcars when operational needs require it
• Remove debris and nonhazardous materials using backpack blowers, brooms, vacuums, scrapers, and similar equipment
• Keep tools, equipment, and assigned work areas clean and organized
• Follow all company, customer, and site-specific safety procedures

Requirements

• Previous mechanical repair, railcar maintenance, industrial maintenance, or similar hands-on experience
• Working knowledge of common hand and power tools
• The ability to recognize damage and determine appropriate repair needs
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
• The ability to follow written repair procedures and customer specifications
• Dependable attendance and a willingness to work outdoors in changing weather conditions
• The physical ability to perform active mechanical work throughout the shift
• Experience operating pickup trucks, tractors, all-terrain vehicles, or comparable industrial equipment is helpful

Pay

$25.00 per hour

Schedule

Full-Time | First Shift

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and paid vacation
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Yearly safety bonus opportunities
• Career-development and advancement opportunities
• A veteran-friendly workplace
• A promote-from-within culture

About Road & Rail Services

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided railcar services, terminal operations, and field maintenance support to railroads, shippers, and equipment owners throughout North America. Our employees play an important role in keeping rail equipment safe, dependable, and ready for transportation.