Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Avionics, Blueprints, Detail Oriented, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Hand Tools, Maintenance - Electrical, Military, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Soldering, Technical Recruiting, Technical Writing, United States Military
Job Title: Rail Car Technician
Location: Bronx, NY
Shifts Available:
1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Duration: 6 Months Temp-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $24.62/hr (based on experience)
Benefits: Optional cafeteria-style benefits while on contract; full benefits available upon permanent hire
Position Overview:
We are actively hiring Rail Car Technicians for a rail maintenance facility located in the Bronx, NY. This is a hands-on role requiring both mechanical and electrical aptitude. Ideal candidates will have experience in automotive, avionics, or military technical environments.
Responsibilities:
Mechanical:
Perform precise metal finishing
Follow blueprints, procedures, and verbal instructions to complete rail car setups
Create production aids (templates, jigs, fixtures) to support work
Execute repairs on various rail car materials
Operate hand and power tools (electric and pneumatic)
Electrical:
Assemble wire harnesses and terminate wire ends
Route complex cable/wire systems (cabs, lockers, train line boxes)
Read and troubleshoot electrical schematics
Perform soldering for wire connections
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Experience with mechanical repairs and electrical wiring
Ability to read technical documentation, blueprints, and schematics
Troubleshooting skills in both mechanical and electrical systems
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors
Background in the US Military, automotive, or avionics industries strongly preferred
Follows safety protocols and demonstrates high attention to detail
Must be flexible with shift schedules and project requirements
Work Environment:
This role is based in a rail car maintenance facility with a mix of indoor and outdoor work. All work is performed under strict safety and quality guidelines.
About Us:
Top Prospect Group, established in 2010, is a leading technical staffing firm connecting top talent with premier clients. In 2023, TPG joined HW Staffing Solutions, further expanding its reach and services across the professional and technology sectors.
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Top Prospect Group LLC
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.
20 to 49 employees
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http://www.topprospectgroup.com/