About this role
Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician
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Road & Rail Services – Montgomery, AL
Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Join Our Rail Operations Team
Road & Rail Services is hiring a Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician for our Montgomery, Alabama operation. This is a hands-on industrial position responsible for inspecting, cleaning, preparing, and completing minor repairs on railcars before they are placed into service.
If you have experience with stick welding, manufacturing, railroad operations, construction, mechanical work, industrial maintenance, or general labor , this may be a great opportunity to put your skills to work while building a career in the rail industry.
This position is primarily performed outdoors around active railroad equipment. We're looking for someone who is dependable, safety-focused, comfortable with physical work, and willing to learn our railcar preparation and inspection procedures.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Railcar Prep & Inspection Technician, your daily responsibilities may include:
Inspect railcars for damage, wear, structural concerns, and other visible defects
Open, close, and secure railcar end doors according to established procedures
Prepare railcars for service by removing dirt, debris, and other materials
Use backpack blowers, scrapers, hand tools, and other equipment
Identify railcar conditions that may require maintenance or repair
Perform approved minor repairs, including stick welding , when required
Maintain tools, equipment, and company-provided PPE
Keep assigned work areas organized and free of unnecessary hazards
Communicate repair concerns or unsafe conditions to supervision
Follow all company, customer, railroad, and site-specific safety procedures
Assist other team members as operational needs require
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will be dependable employees who take safety seriously and are comfortable working in an active industrial environment.
Qualifications include:
Previous stick-welding experience
Experience using common hand and power tools
Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Strong attention to detail and safety
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Previous experience in railroad operations, railcar preparation, welding, manufacturing, construction, mechanical repair, industrial maintenance, or similar hands-on work is helpful but not required.
Why Work for Road & Rail Services?
We provide employees with the opportunity to develop valuable skills while working for an established company in the rail and transportation industry.
Our benefits and employee programs include:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
401(k) with company matching
Paid holidays and vacation
Annual steel-toe boot allowance
Company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE)
Training and opportunities to learn additional skills
Career advancement opportunities
Veteran-friendly workplace
Promote-from-within culture
About Road & Rail Services
Road & Rail Services has supported the rail and transportation industries since 1987. Our teams provide railcar, terminal, automotive, and field services to customers throughout North America. Safety, dependable service, and quality workmanship are central to how we operate.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a full-time railroad job in Montgomery where you can use your welding and hands-on skills, we encourage you to apply.
Join Road & Rail Services and help our team safely inspect, prepare, and maintain railcars for transportation.