Railcar Prepper
Summary
Perform hands-on railcar inspection and cleaning outdoors, removing debris and contaminants to prepare cars for loading using tools and climbing up to 20 feet.
Company: Road & Rail Services
Location: Lafayette, Indiana
Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour
Shift: First Shift
Start Time: 5:00 a.m.
Start a Hands-On Career in Rail Operations
Road & Rail Services is seeking a safety-minded, reliable Railcar Prepper for our Lafayette operation. In this role, you will help get railcars ready for loading by inspecting their condition, clearing debris, and completing required preparation work.
This is an active outdoor position for someone who prefers hands-on work over sitting behind a desk. You will spend much of the shift standing, walking, bending, climbing, and using tools. Previous railroad experience is helpful, but it is not required. Candidates with experience in construction, manufacturing, landscaping, warehousing, maintenance, or other physical work environments may have skills that transfer well to this position.
What You'll Do
Your daily responsibilities will include:
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
What You'll Need
We are looking for applicants who take attendance, safety, and teamwork seriously. To succeed in this position, you must be able to:
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
Previous railcar-preparation experience is welcome but is not required for dependable candidates who are prepared to learn.
Pay and Employee Benefits
This position starts at $18.00 per hour. Road & Rail Services also offers:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement benefits with company matching
Paid holidays and vacation time
Company-provided personal protective equipment
Annual steel-toe footwear allowance
Opportunities to learn additional skills
Potential advancement within the company
Road & Rail Services is a veteran-friendly employer and believes in developing hardworking employees and promoting qualified team members from within.
About Road & Rail Services
Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided rail-related operational and maintenance support across North America. Our employees serve railroads, rail shippers, terminals, and rail-equipment owners through plant and terminal operations, railcar preparation, inspection services, repairs, and field maintenance.
Apply Today
If you are dependable, comfortable performing physical work outdoors, and ready to begin your day at 5:00 a.m., apply today for the Railcar Prepper position in Lafayette.
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