Railcar Repair Technician 1 at Cathcart Rail in Indianapolis, IN | Kablio

Role

Description

railcar repairs

tool operation

inspections

disassembly

mechanical repair

quality assurance

Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR interchange rules
Comply fully with all safety protocols including in house and OSHA rules, regulations and procedures
Set up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines and processes, and oxyfuel operation in heating and cutting processes
Conduct pre and post inspection of all assigned railcars
Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars
Comply fully with the Company's quality program by conforming to in-house processes and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations
Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner to comply with Guardian Rail, OSHA, and environmental rules and regulations
Perform interior railcar cleaning
Perform repairs such as, but not limited to, basic mechanics, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on various types of railcars or tank cars as required

Requirements

e7018 welder

aws d15.1

forklift

high school

teamwork

problem solving

Required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling, and visual acuity, with color and depth perception
Work effectively in a team environment
Follow written and verbal directions
Meet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight cars utilizing GMAW (Hardwire), FCAW (Flux Core), and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination
Understand inventory control
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprints
Possess a thorough understanding of railcar, components, and/or shop work order
Must enjoy outdoor, physical, hands on work with frequent standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting required
Ability to work in a confined space
Complete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, man-lift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist, or hydraulic boom
Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence and speak and communicate effectively
Must be able to fully pass the fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings
Must possess basic mechanical knowledge and experience with hand & power tools, including heavier air and electric powered tools and cutting torches
Certified E7018 welder preferred
Must possess reasoning ability to solve practical problems
High-school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Must possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical concepts
Prior experience as a Carman or Railcar Repair Technician highly desirable

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

fitness‑for‑duty examination
pre‑employment physical
pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol screenings

Company

Overview

60 Locations

Nationwide Expansion

By 2020, the company expanded its footprint across 60 locations in 22 states following the acquisition of Appalachian Railcar Services.

110+ Sites

Expanded Network

After acquiring The Andersons’ railcar repair business in mid-2022, the company boosted its network to over 110 sites across 33 states.

June 2025

Majority Ownership

Tikehau Star Infra took majority ownership, supporting further expansion of the company's coast-to-coast network.

Over 100 Facilities

Nationwide Presence

Today, the company operates nationwide with a network of over 100 facilities, short-line railroads, and services like repair and transloading.

Founded in 2015 by Thomas and Casey Cathcart, the company began with a single repair facility and grew through strategic acquisitions.
Its financial growth is backed by infrastructure investors like Star America and Nuveen, with capital from Bank of America-led financing syndicates.
Typical projects include freight and tank car repair, contract switching, transloading, cleaning, parts fabrication, track maintenance, and railcar storage.
Standout facts: its evolution from a single shop to one of the largest independent railcar service platforms in under a decade.

Culture + Values

Safety – We are dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of our team members, our environment, and the communities where we live and work.
Quality – We are committed to delivering compliant products and services that exceed customer expectations and industry regulations.
Honest Communication – We hold ourselves accountable for communicating internally and externally in a manner that is clear, timely and with integrity.
Innovation – We find solutions through creative, forward thinking.
Teamwork – We work together to leverage individual strengths to achieve our common goals.
Accountability – We hold ourselves and each other accountable to a higher standard, taking responsibility for our words, actions, and results.

Environment + Sustainability

1,000+

employees

Nearly 1,000 roles are filled across multiple locations to support efficient service operations.

100+

locations

Services are consolidated across 100+ locations to reduce transport redundancy.

Operates a nationwide railcar services network reducing emissions by optimizing rail logistics versus road transport.
Supports expansion projects (e.g. Kansas City) with capital investments that improve facility efficiency.

Inclusion & Diversity

An equal opportunity employer with policies to recruit, hire and promote based on merit regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other legally protected categories.
Committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values each other’s perspectives and contributions.
Highlights workforce diversity as a core strength, drawing on a wide spectrum of ideas.
No gender-specific statistics or targets disclosed publicly.

Articles

Repair Facilities

Field Services

Rail Services

Role

Description

railcar repairs

tool operation

inspections

disassembly

mechanical repair

quality assurance

Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR interchange rules
Comply fully with all safety protocols including in house and OSHA rules, regulations and procedures
Set up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, air arc, plasma cutting, Huck and welding machines and processes, and oxyfuel operation in heating and cutting processes
Conduct pre and post inspection of all assigned railcars
Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars
Comply fully with the Company's quality program by conforming to in-house processes and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations
Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner to comply with Guardian Rail, OSHA, and environmental rules and regulations
Perform interior railcar cleaning
Perform repairs such as, but not limited to, basic mechanics, grinding, and touch-up painting and decaling on various types of railcars or tank cars as required

Requirements

e7018 welder

aws d15.1

forklift

high school

teamwork

problem solving

Required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling, and visual acuity, with color and depth perception
Work effectively in a team environment
Follow written and verbal directions
Meet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight cars utilizing GMAW (Hardwire), FCAW (Flux Core), and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination
Understand inventory control
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprints
Possess a thorough understanding of railcar, components, and/or shop work order
Must enjoy outdoor, physical, hands on work with frequent standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting required
Ability to work in a confined space
Complete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, man-lift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist, or hydraulic boom
Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence and speak and communicate effectively
Must be able to fully pass the fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings
Must possess basic mechanical knowledge and experience with hand & power tools, including heavier air and electric powered tools and cutting torches
Certified E7018 welder preferred
Must possess reasoning ability to solve practical problems
High-school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Must possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical concepts
Prior experience as a Carman or Railcar Repair Technician highly desirable

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

fitness‑for‑duty examination
pre‑employment physical
pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol screenings

Company

Overview

60 Locations

Nationwide Expansion

By 2020, the company expanded its footprint across 60 locations in 22 states following the acquisition of Appalachian Railcar Services.

110+ Sites

Expanded Network

After acquiring The Andersons’ railcar repair business in mid-2022, the company boosted its network to over 110 sites across 33 states.

June 2025

Majority Ownership

Tikehau Star Infra took majority ownership, supporting further expansion of the company's coast-to-coast network.

Over 100 Facilities

Nationwide Presence

Today, the company operates nationwide with a network of over 100 facilities, short-line railroads, and services like repair and transloading.

Founded in 2015 by Thomas and Casey Cathcart, the company began with a single repair facility and grew through strategic acquisitions.
Its financial growth is backed by infrastructure investors like Star America and Nuveen, with capital from Bank of America-led financing syndicates.
Typical projects include freight and tank car repair, contract switching, transloading, cleaning, parts fabrication, track maintenance, and railcar storage.
Standout facts: its evolution from a single shop to one of the largest independent railcar service platforms in under a decade.

Culture + Values

Safety – We are dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of our team members, our environment, and the communities where we live and work.
Quality – We are committed to delivering compliant products and services that exceed customer expectations and industry regulations.
Honest Communication – We hold ourselves accountable for communicating internally and externally in a manner that is clear, timely and with integrity.
Innovation – We find solutions through creative, forward thinking.
Teamwork – We work together to leverage individual strengths to achieve our common goals.
Accountability – We hold ourselves and each other accountable to a higher standard, taking responsibility for our words, actions, and results.

Environment + Sustainability

1,000+

employees

Nearly 1,000 roles are filled across multiple locations to support efficient service operations.

100+

locations

Services are consolidated across 100+ locations to reduce transport redundancy.

Operates a nationwide railcar services network reducing emissions by optimizing rail logistics versus road transport.
Supports expansion projects (e.g. Kansas City) with capital investments that improve facility efficiency.

Inclusion & Diversity

An equal opportunity employer with policies to recruit, hire and promote based on merit regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other legally protected categories.
Committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values each other’s perspectives and contributions.
Highlights workforce diversity as a core strength, drawing on a wide spectrum of ideas.
No gender-specific statistics or targets disclosed publicly.

Articles

Repair Facilities

Field Services

Rail Services