Tank Car Repair Technician I at Cathcart Rail in Elk Mills, MD | Kablio

Role

Description

safety compliance

quality assurance

tool operation

railcar repairs

disassembly

fra/aar rules

Comply with company's Safety Program by following all in-house and OSHA rules, regulations and procedures
Maintain a high level of quality with an understanding of Cathcart Rails Quality Assurance Program.
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 oxy fuel operation in heating and cutting processes
Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner so as to comply with Cathcart Rail, OSHA and environmental rules and regulations
Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rules
Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars and tank cars
Comply with company's Quality Program by following all in-house quality processes and procedures and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations as well as any client specific procedures
Learn and adhere to all Cathcart Rail safety procedures
Apply FRA, AAR Interchange Rules when repairing railcars and tank cars
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

high school

welding

heavy equipment

industrial experience

aws d15.1

teamwork

Required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate
Work effectively in a team environment
Follow written and verbal directions
Understand inventory control
Possess a thorough understanding of railcar and tank car, components and/or shop work order
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprints
High-school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to full pass a fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings
Ability to work in a confined space
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling and visual acuity, with color and depth perception
Prior experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment
Complete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, manlift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist or hydraulic boom
Must possess reasoning ability to solve practical problems
Must possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical concepts
Meet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight car and MSRP C-III Appendix R & W for tank car utilizing GMAW (Hard wire), FCAW (Flux Core) and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination
Must be able to write routine report and correspondence and speak and communicate effectively

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

must pass a fitness‑for‑duty examination and pre‑employment physical.
pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol screenings required.

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.

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Repair Facilities

Field Services

Rail Services

Role

Description

safety compliance

quality assurance

tool operation

railcar repairs

disassembly

fra/aar rules

Comply with company's Safety Program by following all in-house and OSHA rules, regulations and procedures
Maintain a high level of quality with an understanding of Cathcart Rails Quality Assurance Program.
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 oxy fuel operation in heating and cutting processes
Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner so as to comply with Cathcart Rail, OSHA and environmental rules and regulations
Perform railcar repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rules
Assist in disassembly of damaged railcars and tank cars
Comply with company's Quality Program by following all in-house quality processes and procedures and required AAR and FRA rules and regulations as well as any client specific procedures
Learn and adhere to all Cathcart Rail safety procedures
Apply FRA, AAR Interchange Rules when repairing railcars and tank cars
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

high school

welding

heavy equipment

industrial experience

aws d15.1

teamwork

Required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate
Work effectively in a team environment
Follow written and verbal directions
Understand inventory control
Possess a thorough understanding of railcar and tank car, components and/or shop work order
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and blueprints
High-school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to full pass a fitness-for-duty examination, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings
Ability to work in a confined space
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling and visual acuity, with color and depth perception
Prior experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment
Complete documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, manlift, crane, backhoe, skid loader, hoist or hydraulic boom
Must possess reasoning ability to solve practical problems
Must possess basic math skills and work and understand simple mathematical concepts
Meet the requirements of AWS D15.1 for freight car and MSRP C-III Appendix R & W for tank car utilizing GMAW (Hard wire), FCAW (Flux Core) and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel as well as our internal welding technology training and examination
Must be able to write routine report and correspondence and speak and communicate effectively

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

must pass a fitness‑for‑duty examination and pre‑employment physical.
pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol screenings required.

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