2025-12-05 – Weekly Railroad Jobs : "Lead Mechanic Role: Travel Required"

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This week, there’s a real need for skilled workers, especially in roles that require hands-on technical skills and maintenance expertise. If you’re open to travel, there’s a great deal of opportunity. Plus, there are a handful of verified remote roles for those looking to work from home.


This Week’s Jobs

  • Lead Railroad Mechanic
    Company: All American Track | Location: Fairbanks, AK
    This role involves leading a team to maintain and repair railroad equipment. It requires frequent travel, so it’s perfect for those who love to be on the move.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Repairer
    Company: U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command | Location: Mcalester, OK
    Dive into hands-on maintenance and repair of railroad tracks and equipment. This is a solid role for someone with a knack for fixing things and making sure operations run smoothly.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Track Maintenance Worker
    Company: Amentum | Location: Silverdale, WA
    You’ll be using industry-standard equipment to maintain railroad tracks. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a keen eye for detail, this is worth considering.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Equipment Operator
    Company: Transdev | Location: Miami, FL
    Operate and maintain railroad equipment to ensure a sustainable environment. This role is crucial for keeping things running efficiently and safely.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Track Laborer
    Company: Transdev | Location: Miami, FL
    Get hands-on with track maintenance and repair. This is a key role for ensuring safety and smooth operations across the rail network.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Carmen/ Mechanic
    Company: Road & Rail Services | Location: Baltimore, MD
    This position involves performing maintenance and repair on rail cars. It’s ideal for someone with mechanical skills looking to work in the rail industry.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Repairer (Motor Vehicle Operator)
    Company: U.S. Army Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command | Location: Southport, NC
    Handle track inspections and investigate rail accidents. This role is for those who like problem-solving and ensuring safe operations.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Maintenance Vehicle Operator
    Company: U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command | Location: Mcalester, OK
    Operate maintenance vehicles to keep the railway in top shape. It’s a good fit for someone with vehicle operation skills who likes to be on the go.

    Apply Here

  • Grapple Truck Material Handling Operator- Railroad
    Company: National Salvage & Service Corporation | Location: Xxxxx, MO
    Drive and operate grapple trucks for material handling in the railroad sector. Previous commercial driving experience is a plus.

    Apply Here

  • Railroad Maintenance Vehicle Operator
    Company: U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command | Location: Mcalester, OK
    Operate several types of maintenance vehicles to ensure the railways are in top condition. It’s a hands-on job that keeps you active and engaged.

    Apply Here


Work From Anywhere (100% Verified)

Here’s a look at this week’s remote opportunities, which are perfect for those who want to balance work with flexibility.

  • Project Engineer 2 - Remote | WFH
    Company: Get It Recruit - Transportation | Location: Baton Rouge, LA
    Lead projects in designing and executing transportation infrastructure. This role offers the chance to take charge from anywhere in the world.

    Apply Here

  • Project Engineer 2 - Remote | WFH
    Company: Get It Recruit - Transportation | Location: Baton Rouge, LA
    Passionate about railroad infrastructure projects? This is your chance to design and manage from wherever you are.

    Apply Here

  • General Counsel Jobs JDHuntr 56326 Senior Counsel, Risk Manager (Hybrid), Los Angeles, CA
    Company: In House Jobs | JDHuntr | Location: Los Angeles, CA
    Oversee legalities in engineering, railroad, and real estate. It’s a hybrid role offering a mix of remote and on-site work.

    Apply Here

  • In House Counsel Jobs New York | JDHuntr 56630 Real Estate Paralegal (Hybrid), Denver, CO
    Company: In House Jobs | JDHuntr | Location: Denver, CO
    Work with real estate and railroad companies to negotiate and manage deals, with the flexibility of a hybrid work model.

    Apply Here


See all urgent needs jobs here: See Urgent Needs Jobs
Explore remote jobs here: See Remote Jobs


Hope you find your next exciting opportunity here! If you see something you like, jump on it—these positions won’t last long. Let’s make this week a productive one.

@OP I’ve landed travel mechanic gigs by keeping one ready PDF with my RWP card, OSHA 10, CDL, and refs on my phone so I can apply the moment a posting goes up; just make sure per-diem and rotation (e.g., 10/4) are in writing before you commit — are they listing rotation details on these?

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Been snagging travel lead-mech gigs by setting 6 a.m… SMS alerts and keeping a 45 lb go-bag (meter, torque wrench, crimper, PPE) so I can fly same day — “real-time” posts vanish by lunch. @mwilson’s docs tip is solid; add a current DOT med card and TWIC if you touch port work. Small caveat: some “remote” listings still want one onsite week a month, so ask about travel cadence up front.

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@OP I get faster callbacks by putting a one-liner at the top of my resume — “Available in 72 hrs, 100% travel, eRailSafe active, own tools, per diem OK” — so they know I can roll immediately… > Small caveat: some “remote” listings still want one onsite week a month, so ask about travel cadence up — I confirm cadence and per diem terms before I book anything.

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