Railcar Repairman / Welder

Road & Rail Services•Loudon, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is hiring a full-time, on-site Railcar Repairman / Welder in Loudon, Tennessee. The role inspects, maintains, and repairs railroad equipment to meet safety and operational standards. The work includes welding, cutting, grinding, metal fabrication, railcar inspections, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and repairing or replacing components using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment. Previous railroad experience is not required; mechanically skilled applicants with welding experience may be trained in railcar maintenance and repair. This is a hands-on industrial position involving physical activity throughout the workday, work around railroad equipment, and possible exposure to outdoor weather. Employees must follow company, customer, and railroad safety requirements and wear required personal protective equipment. Overtime or weekend work may be needed when operational needs require additional coverage. Starting pay is $25.00 per hour.

Requirements

Previous hands-on welding experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and experience repairing, maintaining, or fabricating equipment.
Ability to safely operate welding equipment, hand tools, power tools, and mechanical repair equipment.
Ability to follow repair instructions, recognize mechanical problems, and complete assigned work accurately.
Strong attention to safety, reliability, and quality workmanship.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the shift.
Comfort working outdoors in hot, cold, wet, dusty, and noisy environments.
Ability to safely handle tools, equipment, and materials required for mechanical repairs.
Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment.
Availability to work overtime or weekends when operational needs require additional coverage.

Nice To Haves

Railcar maintenance, railroad mechanical repair, or rail equipment experience.
Industrial maintenance, structural welding, or metal fabrication experience.
Diesel mechanics, automotive repair, heavy equipment maintenance, or manufacturing equipment repair experience.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and metal fabrication to repair damaged railcar components.
Inspect railcars for structural damage, mechanical defects, worn parts, and other maintenance concerns.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and determine appropriate repair solutions.
Remove, repair, replace, and adjust railcar components using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
Operate welding equipment, cutting torches, grinders, and pneumatic tools safely and efficiently.
Complete preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs according to established procedures.
Follow company, customer, and railroad safety requirements while maintaining quality workmanship.
Work independently and alongside other mechanics to complete assigned repairs.