Railroad Mechanic

Location: Wausau, WI
Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience
Job Type: Full-Time

Road & Rail Services is hiring an experienced Railcar Mechanic for our Wausau, Wisconsin operation. If you have hands-on experience in welding, metal fabrication, industrial maintenance, heavy-equipment repair, trailer repair, diesel or mechanical repair
, your skills may transfer well to the rail industry.

Previous railroad experience is not required. We are looking for mechanically skilled candidates who are comfortable using tools, troubleshooting repair needs, performing physical work, and working outdoors in an industrial environment.

Welding experience is highly recommended.

Don't live directly in Wausau? We encourage qualified candidates throughout Central Wisconsin to consider this opportunity.

Candidates commuting from Stevens Point, Merrill, Mosinee, Weston, Schofield, Marshfield, Wisconsin Rapids, Antigo, and surrounding communities are encouraged to apply.

If you have the mechanical or welding experience we're looking for and are willing to commute to Wausau
, we want to hear from you.

You don't need to already be a Railcar Mechanic to be considered. Your background may be a strong match if you've worked as a:

• Welder or Fabricator
• Industrial Maintenance Technician
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Trailer Mechanic
• Diesel Mechanic
• Maintenance Mechanic
• Millwright
• Fleet Mechanic
• Manufacturing Maintenance Technician
• Structural or Repair Welder

We can teach qualified candidates the rail-specific aspects of the position. You bring the mechanical ability, safety mindset, and willingness to learn.

This is an active, outdoor industrial position. Candidates must be able to:

• Bend, squat, twist, stand, and walk throughout the work shift
• Frequently open railcar end doors requiring up to 90 pounds of pulling force and 68 pounds of pushing force
• Occasionally climb ladders and work at heights greater than 16 feet
• Work outdoors in changing weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, dust, and noise
• Safely use tools and equipment required to complete mechanical repairs
• Perform duties independently while maintaining communication with supervisors and team members

This position pays $25.00–$28.00 per hour
, depending on relevant skills and experience.

Road & Rail Services offers:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and paid vacation
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Yearly safety bonus opportunities
• Veteran-friendly workplace
• Advancement opportunities
• A promote-from-within culture

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services is a leading provider of rail-related services across North America. Our experienced teams provide plant and terminal operations, railcar services, and field maintenance support for railroads, shippers, and owners of rail equipment and facilities.