Railcar Prepper
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-siteLafayette, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Examine railcars for debris, contaminants, and areas requiring additional preparation. Remove dirt and unwanted materials with backpack blowers, scrapers, and hand tools. Prepare railcars according to company and customer work instructions. Climb ladders and safely complete assignments at heights of up to 20 feet. Inspect tools and equipment before use. Keep assigned work areas clean and free from avoidable hazards. Communicate safety concerns or problems to the appropriate supervisor. Follow all company, customer, and industry safety procedures. Properly wear and maintain required personal protective equipment. Complete other railcar-preparation duties assigned by site management. Arrive consistently and be ready to begin work at 5:00 a.m. This active outdoor position involves standing, walking, bending, climbing, and using tools in heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and changing seasonal conditions. Road & Rail Services provides rail-related operational and maintenance support across North America.
Required Qualifications
- Arrive consistently and be ready to begin work at 5:00 a.m.
- Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Frequently bend, reach, squat, climb, and move throughout the workday
- Safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights
- Perform physical work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and changing seasonal conditions
- Work around railcars, industrial equipment, loud noise, and active operations
- Understand and follow written and verbal work instructions
- Work productively both independently and as part of a team
- Maintain a safety-first approach throughout every assignment
- Take attendance, safety, and teamwork seriously
Desired Qualifications
- Previous railcar-preparation experience
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