Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician

Road & Rail Services • Wentzville, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is looking for dependable, safety-minded individuals to join our Wentzville team as Railcar Inspector/Prep associates. This is a hands-on position responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and preparing railcars before they are used to transport vehicles. If you enjoy active work, being outdoors, and working as part of a team, this could be a great opportunity to enter or continue a career in the railroad and transportation industry. We are looking for employees who take pride in doing the job correctly, show up ready to work, and put safety first.

Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting and preparing equipment.
• Willingness to learn new responsibilities and follow established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to following all safety rules and wearing required PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Previous railroad experience is helpful but is not required for candidates who are willing to learn and demonstrate a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railcars for damage, excessive wear, fatigue, and other potential safety or service concerns.
• Safely operate, inspect, open, and secure railcar end doors.
• Prepare railcars for loading and transportation according to company and customer requirements.
• Remove dirt, debris, and other materials that could potentially damage vehicles during loading or transportation.
• Use backpack blowers, scrapers, hand tools, and other equipment to clean and prepare railcars.
• Identify repair needs and determine when repairs should be reported or completed by authorized Road & Rail Services personnel.
• Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety procedures while working around rail equipment.
• Inspect and care for assigned tools and equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist coworkers and perform additional duties as needed to support daily operations.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Weekly safety bonus opportunities.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance.
• Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Veteran-friendly workplace.
• Opportunities for advancement through our promote-from-within culture.
• Additional company benefits and programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed