Rail Car Repairers
Code: 49-3043.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul railroad rolling stock, mine cars, or mass transit rail cars.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Freight Maintenance Specialist
Locomotive Repairman
Rail Car Maintenance Mechanic
Rail Car Mechanic
Rail Car Repairer
Rail Car Repairman
Rail Car Sandblaster
Rail Car Welder
Railroad Car Repairman
Train Car Repairman
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Record conditions of cars, and repair and maintenance work performed or to be performed.
- Inspect components such as bearings, seals, gaskets, wheels, and coupler assemblies to determine if repairs are needed.
- Repair or replace defective or worn parts such as bearings, pistons, and gears, using hand tools, torque wrenches, power tools, and welding equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rail Car Repairers
Salaries for a Rail Car Repairers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Rail Car Repairers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Rail Car Repairers include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Rail Car Repairers professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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