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Railcar Prepper

Job in Lafayette, Tippecanoe County, Indiana, 47905, USA
Listing for: Road & Rail Services
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-08
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Railroad / Railway
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 USD Hourly USD 18.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Railcar Prepper – First Shift 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 DoYour 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 useKeep 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. #RRHP1

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