Railcar Prepper

Road & Rail Services•Lafayette, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is seeking a safety-minded, reliable Railcar Prepper for our Lafayette operation. In this role, you will help get railcars ready for loading by inspecting their condition, clearing debris, and completing required preparation work. This is an active outdoor position for someone who prefers hands-on work over sitting behind a desk. You will spend much of the shift standing, walking, bending, climbing, and using tools. Previous railroad experience is helpful, but it is not required. Candidates with experience in construction, manufacturing, landscaping, warehousing, maintenance, or other physical work environments may have skills that transfer well to this position.

Requirements

Arrive consistently and be ready to begin work at 5:00 a.m.
Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds
Stand and walk for extended periods
Frequently bend, reach, squat, climb, and move throughout the workday
Safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights
Perform physical work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and changing seasonal conditions
Work around railcars, industrial equipment, loud noise, and active operations
Understand and follow written and verbal work instructions
Work productively both independently and as part of a team
Maintain a safety-first approach throughout every assignment

Nice To Haves

Previous railroad experience is helpful, but it is not required.
Candidates with experience in construction, manufacturing, landscaping, warehousing, maintenance, or other physical work environments may have skills that transfer well to this position.
Previous railcar-preparation experience is welcome but is not required for dependable candidates who are prepared to learn.

Responsibilities

Examine railcars for debris, contaminants, and areas requiring additional preparation
Remove dirt and unwanted materials with backpack blowers, scrapers, and hand tools
Prepare railcars according to company and customer work instructions
Climb ladders and safely complete assignments at heights of up to 20 feet
Inspect tools and equipment before use
Keep assigned work areas clean and free from avoidable hazards
Communicate safety concerns or problems to the appropriate supervisor
Follow all company, customer, and industry safety procedures
Properly wear and maintain required personal protective equipment
Complete other railcar-preparation duties assigned by site management