Railcar Repair Mechanic

Road & Rail Services•Sheffield Village, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is hiring a skilled Railcar Repair Mechanic with a strong background in mechanical repair, welding, fabrication, and troubleshooting. We are looking for mechanically experienced candidates who understand how to diagnose problems, work with metal, operate tools, and complete repairs safely and correctly. If your background includes stick welding, MIG welding, metal fabrication, industrial maintenance, diesel mechanics, heavy equipment repair, automotive repair, manufacturing maintenance, or similar skilled trades, your experience could be a great fit.

Requirements

Strong background in mechanical repair, welding, fabrication, and troubleshooting
Understand how to diagnose problems, work with metal, operate tools, and complete repairs safely and correctly
Experience with stick welding, MIG welding, metal fabrication, industrial maintenance, diesel mechanics, heavy equipment repair, automotive repair, manufacturing maintenance, or similar skilled trades
Valid driver's license may be required to operate company equipment

Responsibilities

Inspect railcars for mechanical defects, structural damage, wear, and fatigue
Diagnose mechanical issues and determine appropriate repairs
Perform authorized railcar repairs according to customer and AAR requirements
Complete welding, cutting, grinding, fitting, and metal fabrication work
Repair, adjust, remove, and replace damaged mechanical components
Use cutting torches and welding equipment when qualified
Operate hand, power, and pneumatic tools including grinders, impact tools, pipe wrenches, pry bars, sockets, and ratchets
Inspect completed repairs for quality and proper operation
Operate tractors, ATVs, and other site equipment as required
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas
Follow all company, customer, and applicable industry safety procedures