Railcar Repairman; Carman – Wall, PA

Railcar Repairman (Carman) – Wall, PA at TTX Company

We are seeking a skilled Railcar Repairman (Carman) to maintain and repair railcars in our Wall, PA facility. This is an entry-level full‑time position that requires hands‑on mechanical work, welding, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

• Repair, modify, and upgrade rail cars according to blueprints and specifications.
• Rebuild car components such as bolsters, side framers, hitch heads, and boxcar doors.
• Perform welding (30% of time), cutting, and fabrication using appropriate tools and a cutting torch.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment to move and align parts.
• Measure, cut, thread, and replace air lines and pipes using hand tools.
• Assemble subassemblies and major components; test for proper operation.
• Enter repair information into an electronic system.
• Maintain a clean work environment and safely operate metalworking tools.

• Complete tasks within specified time standards.
• Meet customer, industry, and company quality standards (AAR, FMO, FRA, TTX).
• Follow all safety rules and work practices to protect self and others.

• Circular saw, air impact wrenches (½", ¾", 1"), air or hydraulic portable power pump and ram.
• Hand tools, cutting torch, heating torch, side grinder, hoist, winch.

• Steel‑toe shoes, hard hat, earplugs, safety glasses, welding shield, burning goggles, grinding shield, long‑sleeved shirts and pants.

• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift regularly (up to 80 lbs. per lift).
• Frequent repetitive motions such as gripping, reaching, and turning.
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures; exposure to welding fumes, dust, and noise.

• Mechanical skills and knowledge of railcar systems.
• Welding and cutting proficiency.
• Decision‑making and reasoning abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Good short‑term memory, planning, and information gathering skills.

• Shifts of 8–10 hours; schedule may vary.
• Outdoor work; exposure to heat, cold, vibrations, and moving machinery.
• May work alone or in a small team.

• Reports to the line or work‑group supervisor.

• Base pay $28/hour, scaled by Carman/Journeyman status.
• Participates in Railroad Retirement; full health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) with company match.

Management reserves the right to modify duties and essential functions at any time based on operational needs.

TTX Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

About TTX Company:
We are a leading provider of railcars and related freight car management services to the North American rail industry. Our goal is to deliver reliable, cost‑effective, and innovative railcar solutions across a variety of markets.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology. Industry: Rail Transportation.