How do they match: Rail Car Repairers

  • Equipment Mechanic
  • Maintenance Mechanic
  • Freight Maintenance Specialist
  • Rail Car Maintenance Mechanic

  • Perform scheduled maintenance, and clean units and components.
  • Record conditions of cars, and repair and maintenance work performed or to be performed.
  • Repair or replace defective or worn parts such as bearings, pistons, and gears, using hand tools, torque wrenches, power tools, and welding equipment.
  • Test electrical systems of cars by operating systems and using testing equipment such as ammeters.

  • Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Align equipment or machinery.
  • Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
  • Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
  • Maintain repair or maintenance records.
  • Paint surfaces or equipment.
  • Remove parts or components from equipment.
  • Repair electronic equipment.
  • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.