Rail Car Technician / Mechanic

Coney Island, NY

Posted: 04/09/2026 Job Number: 55443341 Pay Rate: $26 / hour

Job Description

Job Title: Rail Car Technician

DETAILS:

  • Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire
  • Location: Coney Island NY available.
  • Pay Rate: $26.00/hour
  • Benefits: Optional cafeteria-style benefits for contractors. Full company benefits available upon permanent hire.
  • Shift: Sunday–Thursday | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM (3rd Shift)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Rail Car Technician to join our team at the Coney Island Maintenance Facility in Brooklyn, NY. This position is ideal for candidates with strong mechanical and/or electrical experience who enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced maintenance environment. Candidates from the military, aviation, automotive, heavy equipment, manufacturing, or rail industries are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Mechanical

  • Perform metal finishing efficiently and accurately.
  • Set up work on rail cars using drawings, procedures, and verbal instructions.
  • Create templates, hand jigs, and production aids.
  • Repair and modify various materials to company standards.
  • Build jigs, fixtures, and other production tools.
  • Safely operate electrical and pneumatic hand tools.

Electrical

  • Assemble wire harnesses and terminate wire ends.
  • Route wiring and cables through rail cars using electrical drawings.
  • Read and troubleshoot electrical schematics.
  • Perform soldering and electrical wire connections.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical issues.

Qualifications

  • Mechanical aptitude and/or electrical wiring experience.
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Experience troubleshooting mechanical or electrical systems.
  • Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
  • Reliable work ethic and flexibility to work assigned schedules.

Preferred Background

Experience from any of the following industries is highly transferable:

  • U.S. Military
  • Rail
  • Automotive
  • Diesel/Heavy Equipment
  • Aviation/Avionics
  • Manufacturing
  • Industrial Maintenance

Work Environment

Work is performed in a rail maintenance facility with both indoor and outdoor assignments. Safety, quality, and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

About Top Prospect Group

Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting exceptional talent with outstanding employers. In 2023, the company joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding its nationwide recruiting capabilities across engineering, manufacturing, professional, and technical staffing.

Interested? Apply today!

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  • A current resume
  • Desired pay (if applicable)
  • Professional references (if available)


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