Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician
About The Position
Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Railcar Inspector and Preparation Technician in Vance, Alabama. In this hands-on position, you will inspect, clean, and prepare railcars before they are used to transport new vehicles. This is an active, fast-paced role for someone who is comfortable working around rail equipment, using backpack blowers and hand tools, and completing detailed inspections. Successful employees are safety-conscious, reliable, and willing to contribute wherever the team needs assistance. The regular start time is 4:30 a.m. , and employees must be available to work up to six days per week when customer volume and operational schedules require it.
Requirements
- Valid state-issued driver's license
- Strong commitment to workplace safety
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to report for a 4:30 a.m. start
- Availability for a possible six-day workweek
- Ability to work efficiently in a production-driven environment
- Willingness to learn railcar inspection and preparation procedures
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in railcar cleaning, vehicle processing, industrial cleaning, manufacturing, warehousing, automotive operations, railroad work, or general labor is helpful but not required.
Responsibilities
- Inspect railcars for visible damage, wear, fatigue, and other serviceability concerns
- Examine railcar interiors for debris or contaminants that could damage vehicles
- Use backpack blowers, scrapers, and other approved tools to clean railcars
- Assist with safely opening, inspecting, and closing railcar end doors
- Identify repair needs that may be completed by Road & Rail Services
- Report unsafe conditions, equipment problems, and railcar damage to supervision
- Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety procedures
- Maintain accountability for assigned tools and equipment
- Inspect equipment and report maintenance or replacement needs
- Keep work areas clean, orderly and free of preventable hazards
- Complete other railcar preparation and housekeeping duties as assigned
- Work cooperatively with team members to meet daily production requirements
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Annual steel-toe boot allowance
- Company-provided personal protective equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
