Tank Car Repairman

Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation LLC

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Moss Point, MS on site Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted May 21, 2026
Job description
We are currently recruiting a highly qualified, experienced candidate for the position of Tank Car Repairman. This position would be responsible for general repairs to tank cars, tank car service equipment, welding tank cars, jackets, and attachments.

Job Requirements

  •   Comply with Company’s Quality Assurance Program by following quality processes and procedures
  •   Must have a strong working knowledge of the AAR Office and Field Manual
  •   Must have a strong working knowledge of tank car repairs and tank car qualifications
  •    Will be responsible for tank car inspections and completing billing repair cards to comply with quality assurance standards
  •    Must have the ability to use a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to pneumatic and hydraulic tools, grinders, jacks, welders, cutting torches, cranes and forklifts
  •   The successful performance of a weld test, as administered by a CWI in accordance with an approved procedure
  •   Proper safety precautions required in the performance of all repair operations on, in or under tank car rolling stock
  •    Interpret tank car drawings for proper repairs
  •   Ability and desire to teach/impact knowledge of those working around them
  •   Be able to interpret work orders to perform required repairs to tank cars and work with a team to complete repairs in a safe and efficient manner

Technical Skills/Other Requirements:

  •        5+ years tank car repair experience required
  •        Certifications in Non Destructive Testing disciplines are preferred
  •        High School diploma or equivalent
  •        Basic computer skills
  •        Ability to work independently, efficiently, and safely
  •        Read and understand written instruction, as well as understand and retain oral instruction
  •        Ability to communicate clear and effectively
  •        Ability to document work activities for time accountability purposes
  •        Pre-employment drug, physical, vision and hearing test required, subject to random drug testing
  •        Background check required
  •        Valid Driver’s License

Working Conditions:

  •        Must have physical ability to work in confined spaces
  •        Must be able to work at heights
  •        Environment requires work both inside and outside, heat/cool, wet/humid, dry/arid and dusty conditions
  •        Required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate
  •        24/7 operation; may be required to respond to unexpected or emergency situations
  • Lift up to 60 lbs

Compensation (from employer):
24–28 USD per-hour-wage

About this role

Summary

Perform tank car repairs, inspections, welding, and documentation in a safety-focused environment.

Job title

Tank Car Repairman

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Moss Point, MS; on-site work; local candidates preferred.

Salary

24–28 USD per-hour-wage

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

tank car repairweldinguse of pneumatic toolsuse of hydraulic toolsreading drawingswork orders

Preferred skills

Non Destructive Testingquality assurancesafety procedures

Specializations

tank car repairsweldinginspectiontoolsdrawing interpretation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Moss Point, MS, USA

On-site City