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title: "Railcar Repair & Welding Technician"
company: "Qualdoc"
company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/qualdoc"
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apply_url: "https://jobs.lever.co/qualdoc/bca72e3e-7e49-4661-85c2-3e4cad213dd9"
workplace: onsite
location: "Candor, NC and Richmond, VA"
employment_type: other
seniority: mid
role: other
region: united-states
skills: ["aws"]
date_posted: 2026-09-19T12:23:17.924Z
first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-19T15:46:20.018Z
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# Railcar Repair & Welding Technician

**Qualdoc** · Candor, NC and Richmond, VA

Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/qualdoc/bca72e3e-7e49-4661-85c2-3e4cad213dd9

## About Qualdoc

Qualdoc offers quality documentation review for capital equipment suppliers and integrators in the oil & gas, power, water, microelectronic, chemical, pharma and other EPC EP industries. Supply chain quality management

## About the role

##### Railcar Repair & Welding Technician

**Locations:** Candor, NC | Richmond, VA
**Job Type:** Full-Time | Direct Hire
**Starting Salary:** $46,800/year — higher salary available depending on experience

##### Position Overview

We are hiring a **Railcar Repair & Welding Technician** to support railroad equipment maintenance and emergency repair operations. This hands-on position involves repairing, fabricating, and welding freight railcars while following railroad safety and quality requirements.

Because this is a **24/7 emergency response operation**, employees must be available for call-outs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

##### What You'll Do

- Repair and maintain freight railcars using welding and fabrication techniques.

- Perform railcar fabrication and structural repairs according to safety and quality requirements.

- Check vehicles, tools, materials, and equipment before and after assignments.

- Attend job briefings and follow established railroad safety procedures.

- Work with crew members to complete repair assignments safely and efficiently.

- Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and properly stocked.

- Complete job reports and other required documentation accurately.

- Maintain professional communication with coworkers and customers.

- Follow company procedures, railroad regulations, and all applicable safety requirements.

##### Qualifications

- AWS welding certification required.

- Hands-on welding and fabrication experience.

- Knowledge of freight car components and railroad repair practices.

- Familiarity with the AAR Field Manual.

- Knowledge of Blue Flag Law and FRA safety standards.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Ability to follow detailed safety procedures and work professionally.

- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

- Valid driver's license.

- Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, including:

CPR

- First Aid

- E-Rail Safe

- CSX On-Track Safety

##### Work Requirements

- Participate in a 24/7 emergency response rotation.

- Available for nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs.

- Travel frequently and work at changing job locations.

- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

- Stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces.

- Bend, lift, carry, and perform other physically demanding tasks.

- Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.; heavier items require assistance.

- Work extended hours when required by operational needs.

##### Benefits & Opportunities

- Competitive compensation

- Training and certification opportunities

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- 401(k)

- Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

- Paid Time Off and holidays

- Career advancement opportunities

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