Railcar Repair Technician Needed

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Find your Path and Navigate your future at Compass Rail!

At Compass Rail, we are dedicated to providing top-tier solutions for railcar repair and transloading. With an experienced team and a commitment to excellence, we offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients in the rail transportation industry.

Position Summary :

The Railcar Repair Technician is responsible for performing inspections and making minor repairs to freight railcars while they are in service or on short dwell time. This includes identifying defects, conducting safe and efficient repairs, and ensuring compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Association of American Railroads (AAR), and company standards.

Pay Range :

Full Time - $22.00 to $30.00 an hour

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform visual and manual inspections of freight railcars to detect mechanical defects, damage, or wear.
• Execute minor running repairs such as replacing brake shoes, adjusting rigging, repairing safety appliances, and replacing gaskets or fittings.
• Identify and document car defects according to FRA and AAR rules, and determine whether railcars can safely remain in service or must be bad ordered.
• Complete all required documentation, including inspection reports, repair records, and defect tags.
• Operate tools and equipment including impact wrenches, hydraulic jacks, grinders, and torches.
• Communicate with yardmasters, dispatchers, and other railroad personnel to coordinate car movements and repair access.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure all tools and equipment are in proper working condition.
• Follow all company safety rules, procedures, and policies, including use of PPE and Lockout / Tagout when necessary.

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