Repairman
About The Position
Harbor Rail Services, a leader in railcar maintenance and repair with 35 years of experience and 50 locations nationwide, is hiring for multiple Repairman positions. The company emphasizes employee training and offers competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities. Safety is a top priority, with rigorous standards instilled in all team members. The role involves entry-level maintenance tasks such as using hand tools and blowers to clear debris from railcars, performing minor inspections, and potentially learning advanced repair skills including welding and using cutting torches. Mechanical experience is preferred, and AWS D15.1 Welding Qualification is a plus. A valid driver's license is required. This is a full-time, day shift position that may require evening and/or weekend work, with schedule flexibility and potential overtime. The job is physically demanding, involving frequent walking, gripping, reaching, kneeling, bending, and stooping in an outdoor working environment. Post-offer, candidates must pass a drug screening and eRailSafe background check to meet U.S. Department of Homeland Security requirements for railroad work. A Social Security number is required.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license required
- 3 years of railroad experience
- Ability to relocate to Doswell, VA 23047 before starting work
- Must pass drug screening and eRailSafe background check
- Social Security number required
Nice To Haves
- Mechanical experience preferred
- AWS D15.1 Welding Qualification is a plus
Responsibilities
- Use hand tools and power-operated blowers to remove debris from railcars
- Perform minor inspections of railcars
- Learn and perform repairs on all types of rail cars using hand tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment
- Adhere to AAR, FRA, Railroad rules, company policies, and safety procedures
Benefits
- Health plan benefits (first of month following 60 days of employment)
- Option to cover spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
- Medical insurance on a shared cost basis
- Dental insurance (employee funded)
- Vision insurance (employee funded)
- Supplemental life insurance (employee funded)
- Hospital Indemnity plan (for employees only, no cost, requires medical plan enrollment)
- Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for employees only, no cost)
- 401(k) plan eligibility (after age 21 and 6 months of service)
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation (after 90 days of full-time employment)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
