Chicago, IL · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Chicago, IL · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Chicago, IL · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Chicago, IL · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Kansas City, KS · On-site
$21.75 - $28.50/hr
Road & Rail Services Railroad Carman Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and ... The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly ...
Kansas City, KS · On-site
$21.75 - $28.50/hr
Road & Rail Services Railroad Carman Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and ... The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly ...
Kansas City, KS · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
Road & Rail Services Railroad Carman Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and ... The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly ...
Kansas City, KS · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
Road & Rail Services Railroad Carman Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and ... The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly ...
Granite City, IL · On-site
$40 - $43/hr
We're looking for an experienced Production Foreman to lead daily rail welding operations at our Granite City, Illinois facility. This is a working leadership role where: * You'll guide production ...
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Granite City, IL · On-site
$40 - $43/hr
We're looking for an experienced Production Foreman to lead daily rail welding operations at our Granite City, Illinois facility. This is a working leadership role where: * You'll guide production ...
Fort Collins, CO · On-site
Road & Rail Services Railroad Carmen Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and ... The ideal candidate will posses a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly ...
Fort Collins, CO · On-site
Road & Rail Services Railroad Carmen Are you looking for a great Company who treats you well and ... The ideal candidate will posses a strong mechanical background & Welding experience is highly ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Qualifications Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a ...
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Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Qualifications Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a ...
Mulberry, FL · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
Replace rail anchors, drive spikes, and tamp ballast as needed. * Set up and operate hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. * Use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux ...
Mulberry, FL · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
Replace rail anchors, drive spikes, and tamp ballast as needed. * Set up and operate hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. * Use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that ...
Columbus, OH · On-site
$28/hr
Welding steel rails * Welding stairs * Other tasks as assigned Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that ...
Lewisville, TX · On-site
The Welding Associate at Viva Railings is the artisan behind the assembly of our state-of-the-art railing products. Responsible for welding and fabricating our premium parts, you will use advanced ...
Lewisville, TX · On-site
The Welding Associate at Viva Railings is the artisan behind the assembly of our state-of-the-art railing products. Responsible for welding and fabricating our premium parts, you will use advanced ...
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
Guardian Rail, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is proud to operate one of the country's leading ... We are currently seeking a Fabricator/Welding Inspector for our Grand island repair facility. The ...
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
Guardian Rail, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is proud to operate one of the country's leading ... We are currently seeking a Fabricator/Welding Inspector for our Grand island repair facility. The ...
Madison, IN · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Madison, IN · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Kansas City, MO · On-site
$20 - $22/hr
We provide training for individuals with strong work ethics and backgrounds in construction, farming, manufacturing, landscaping, oilfield, railroad, welding, mechanical work, or other hands-on ...
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Kansas City, MO · On-site
$20 - $22/hr
We provide training for individuals with strong work ethics and backgrounds in construction, farming, manufacturing, landscaping, oilfield, railroad, welding, mechanical work, or other hands-on ...
Experienced with Flash-butt welding ... Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal ...
Experienced with Flash-butt welding ... Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal ...
Madison, IN · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Madison, IN · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
$28 - $34/hr
This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This is not an entry-level rail position.
Aberdeen, WA · On-site
$21/hr
Experienced with Flash-butt welding ... Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal ...
Aberdeen, WA · On-site
$21/hr
Experienced with Flash-butt welding ... Experienced in general railroad track work; such as; rail cutting, rail measuring, rail removal ...
$14.90 - $17.68
5% of jobs
$17.68 - $20.45
9% of jobs
$20.45 - $23.23
9% of jobs
$23.62 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$23.23 - $26.01
19% of jobs
The median wage is $28.02 / hr.
$26.01 - $28.78
12% of jobs
$28.78 - $31.56
12% of jobs
$33.75 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$31.56 - $34.33
13% of jobs
$34.33 - $37.11
9% of jobs
$37.11 - $39.88
5% of jobs
$39.88 - $42.66
5% of jobs
$42.66 - $45.43
3% of jobs
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| Aspect | Railroad Welding Job | Structural Welder |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | AWS Certified Welder, Railroad-specific certifications | AWS Certified Welder, sometimes specialized for construction |
| Work Environment | Railroads, outdoor tracks, maintenance yards | Construction sites, buildings, bridges |
| Industry Usage | Railroad companies, transportation industry | Construction, infrastructure, manufacturing |
Railroad Welding Jobs focus on repairing and constructing rail tracks and related infrastructure, often requiring railroad-specific certifications and working outdoors on tracks. Structural Welders work on building frameworks, bridges, and large structures, with a broader range of certifications. Both roles involve welding skills but differ mainly in work environment and industry focus.
$28 - $34/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
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Traveling Railcar Repairman / Carman
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced Traveling Railcar Repairman / Carman to join our team. This is a travel position for someone with hands-on railcar maintenance experience, strong welding skills, and the ability to work independently in the field.
This is not an entry-level rail position. The right candidate will understand railcar repair, take pride in safe and accurate work, and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. If you are a self-starter looking for long-term career growth with a company that promotes from within, this could be a strong fit.
What We Offer
Road & Rail Services offers steady work, competitive pay, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in the rail industry. We value safety, reliability, and employees who are ready to grow.
Benefits include:
Position Summary
The Traveling Railcar Repairman / Carman is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing railcars in accordance with customer requirements, company procedures, and AAR standards. This role requires travel, strong mechanical ability, welding experience, and a commitment to safe, quality work.
In this role, you will:
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who can step into the work with confidence and represent Road & Rail Services professionally in the field.
Qualified candidates will have:
About Road & Rail Services
Founded in 1987, Road & Rail Services is a leading North American provider of rail-related services, including terminal operations, railcar inspection and repair, and field maintenance. We are committed to safety, quality, employee development, and promoting from within.
Apply today to build a long-term career with Road & Rail Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Workplace Safety
Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a workplace free from discrimination in accordance with applicable laws. Safety is a core value, and all employees are expected to follow company safety policies and regulations.
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Trucking
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Louisville, KY, US
1987
