Railcar Prep Technician

Railcar Prep Technician – Start Your Railroad Career

Road & Rail Services – Greensburg, Indiana

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

Earn Up to $19.00/Hour for the Week with Safety Incentive

Full-Time | Outdoor Railroad Position

If you are a dependable professional looking for an opportunity to break into the railroad industry, Road & Rail Services is hiring Railcar Prep Technicians at our Greensburg, Indiana operation.

Previous railroad experience is not required. We are looking for reliable, safety-minded people who are ready to learn the industry, work outdoors, and build valuable railroad experience.

You’ll start at $18.00 per hour, with the opportunity to earn the equivalent of $19.00 per hour for the week through our safety incentive program when applicable safety requirements are met. Work safely, follow procedures, and you can put more money in your paycheck.

Railcar Prep Technicians help prepare railcars before vehicles can be safely loaded and transported. This gives you hands‑on exposure to railroad equipment, safety procedures, inspections, and daily rail operations.

• Inspect railcars for damage, debris, wear, and potential safety concerns
• Prepare railcar interiors for vehicle loading
• Use backpack blowers, scrapers, and approved tools to remove debris
• Assist with opening, securing, and closing railcar end doors
• Identify and report conditions that may require repair
• Inspect tools and equipment before beginning work
• Maintain company‑issued tools and equipment
• Keep railcars and surrounding work areas clean and organized
• Follow railroad, customer, and company safety procedures
• Wear required PPE and maintain situational awareness around rail equipment

You don’t need a railroad background to get started. Experience in manufacturing, construction, automotive, warehouse operations, landscaping, general labor, maintenance, or other outdoor environments can transfer well into this position.

• Valid state‑issued driver’s license
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Strong safety awareness
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Willingness to learn railroad procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest in developing a long‑term career in the rail industry

This position is performed primarily outdoors around railcars and railroad equipment. Employees must be comfortable working in heat, cold, rain, dust, and changing weather conditions.

The job also requires extended standing and walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, repetitive movement, and using hand tools and backpack blowers.

Road & Rail Services offers eligible employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) With Company Matching
• Weekly safety incentive opportunity
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual steel‑toe boot allowance
• Company‑provided PPE
• Career advancement opportunities
• Promote‑from‑within culture
• Veteran‑friendly workplace

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided rail operations, vehicle handling, terminal services, and rail asset maintenance throughout North America.

If you’re ready to work hard, learn railroad operations, and build experience in an industry that offers room for advancement.

Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.