How do they match: Rail Car Repairers

  • Mechanic
  • Mechanical Unit Repairer
  • Air Brake Mechanic
  • Air Compressor Mechanic
  • Air Valve Mechanic
  • Breaker Mechanic
  • Car Mechanic
  • Coach Mechanic
  • Compressor Mechanic
  • Controller Mechanic
  • Equipment Mechanic
  • Interior Mechanic
  • Interlocking Mechanic
  • Locomotive Mechanic Apprentice
  • Machine Mechanic
  • Machinery Mechanic
  • Maintenance Mechanic
  • Mine Car Mechanic
  • Plow Mechanic
  • Rail Car Mechanic
  • Rail Car Maintenance Mechanic
  • Railroad Mechanic
  • Signal Mechanic
  • Street Car Mechanic
  • Tank Car Mechanic
  • Tipple Mechanic
  • Triple Valve Mechanic
  • Trolley Car Mechanic
  • Truck Mechanic
  • Truck Mechanic Apprentice
  • Valve Mechanic

  • Inspect components such as bearings, seals, gaskets, wheels, and coupler assemblies to determine if repairs are needed.
  • Inspect the interior and exterior of rail cars coming into rail yards to identify defects and to determine the extent of wear and damage.
  • Remove locomotives, car mechanical units, or other components, using pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars, hand tools, and cutting torches.

  • Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.
  • Inspect structural components of vehicles to identify problems.
  • Inspect vehicles to determine overall condition.
  • Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
  • Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.