ERTRailcar Repair Technician

Position Summary

The ERT/Railcar Repair Technician is responsible for performing inspections maintenance and repairs on freight railcars at customer and railroad locations in a safe efficient and professional manner.

This position requires travel to assigned project sites and the ability to work in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.

The successful candidate will identify mechanical defects perform necessary repairs and ensure all work is completed in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Association of American Railroads (AAR) customer and company standards.

This is a travel-based position. Employees will be deployed to assigned locations for up to seven (7) consecutive days as operational needs arise. When travel assignments are not available the employee will work from their designated home base location. Candidates must be available for deployment on short notice and be able to report for travel assignments within eight (8) hours of notification when required (some exclusions may apply).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform visual and mechanical inspections of freight railcars to identify defects wear damage or non-compliant conditions.
• Conduct running repairs including but not limited to brake shoe replacement brake rigging adjustments safety appliance repairs gasket replacement and other approved mechanical repairs.
• Evaluate railcars in accordance with FRA and AAR regulations to determine serviceability and identify cars requiring bad-order designation.
• Complete and maintain accurate inspection reports repair records defect documentation and regulatory compliance paperwork.
• Safely operate hand tools power tools hydraulic equipment cutting torches grinders jacks and other repair-related equipment.
• Coordinate repair activities with railroad personnel customers dispatchers yardmasters and supervisors to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain tools equipment vehicles and work areas in a clean organized and serviceable condition.
• Follow all company safety policies railroad operating rules PPE requirements and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Participate in required training programs and maintain all certifications necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel extensively and remain on assignment for up to seven (7) consecutive days.
• Ability to respond to deployment requests within two (2) hours when on-call.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to read interpret and follow repair procedures work orders technical manuals and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Successful completion of all required background checks safety training and railroad certification requirements.

Preferred

• Previous experience in freight railcar inspection repair or related mechanical maintenance.
• Working knowledge of FRA and AAR rules and regulations.
• Welding cutting or mechanical repair experience in railroad industrial transportation or heavy equipment environments.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including heat cold rain snow and varying terrain.
• Ability to stand walk bend stoop kneel crouch and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to lift carry push and pull up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to safely access railcars ladders platforms and elevated work areas.
• Ability to work around moving rail equipment and in active rail yard and industrial environments while maintaining situational awareness and adherence to safety protocols.

Required Experience:

IC