Overview

Railway equipment repairers are primarily responsible for supervising or performing maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives and rolling stock. They play an integral role in the operation and maintenance of the Army’s railway operating battalions.

Job Duties

• Inspect locomotives for malfunctions
  
• Repair cooling systems, fuel systems, exhausts, airbrake components, lube oil systems, electrical systems and diesel engine components on locomotives
  
• Use technical blueprints and sketches
  
• Examine and repair truck and wheel assemblies, safety appliances, car underframes and crossbearer, and interiors of cars
  

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a railway equipment repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and five weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.

Helpful Skills

• Interest in railway mechanics and the industrial arts
  
• Aptitude for troubleshooting
  
• Enjoy physical work
  

Required ASVAB Score(s)

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

Education Benefits

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with privately owned national railway chains or government-operated railroad companies.