The Job in 3 Lines
- Weld, fabricate, and repair heavy railcars (thick steel, structural fixes, AAR/FRA compliance)
- Comfortable working overtime or weekends
- We want proven railcar repair experience—no ramp-up excuses, just clean, reliable work from day one
You're a strong match here if:
- You've crushed brutal stretches—6+ days straight, 10–12+ hour shifts, in freezing cold, scorching heat, or pouring rain—and still showed up early, stayed locked in, and delivered top-quality repairs without excuses or fading.
- You bring serious railcar mechanical/welding chops, deep familiarity with railcars, and pick up nuances quickly under pressure.
- In 2 years, you see yourself advancing: foreman, inspector or supervisor. You’ve got clear ambition and view this as the next step in your railcar career.
At Odyssey Railcar, we're a family-owned, fast-growing railcar services company dedicated to keeping America's 1.6 million railcars moving safely and reliably.
Our core values are how we operate day to day:
- Uncompromising Safety
- Pride in Craftsmanship
- Relentless Urgency
- Scrappy Ownership
Must Have
- Proven experience repairing railcars (or very similar heavy steel welding/fabrication in industrial/transport environments)
- Solid working knowledge of the AAR Field Manual for inspections, repairs, and billing
- Hands-on experience performing automatic single car air brake tests
- Current/valid weld certifications (FCAW and/or SMAW preferred)
- Pass our on-site weld and repair test with clean results
- Reliable transportation, steel-toe boots, strong work ethic, and zero tolerance for tardiness/sloppy work
Pay & Perks
- $25/hr starting, depending on experience and certifications (higher end for strong railcar background)
- OT at 1.5x after 40 hours
- Pay increases with additional certifications and performance
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Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required for the role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Relocation assistance
Experience:
- Railcar Repair: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
