Rail Car Repairers
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul railroad rolling stock, mine cars, or mass transit rail cars.
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How AI Impacts Each Task
20 tasks analyzed
Repair or replace defective or worn parts such as bearings, pistons, and gears, using hand tools, torque wrenches, power tools, and welding equipment.
Test units for operability before and after repairs.
Record conditions of cars, and repair and maintenance work performed or to be performed.
Remove locomotives, car mechanical units, or other components, using pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars, hand tools, and cutting torches.
Inspect components such as bearings, seals, gaskets, wheels, and coupler assemblies to determine if repairs are needed.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repair or replace defective or worn parts such as bearings, pistons, and gears, using hand tools, torque wrenches, power tools, and welding equipment. | - | - | - |
| Test units for operability before and after repairs. | - | - | - |
| Record conditions of cars, and repair and maintenance work performed or to be performed. | - | - | - |
| Remove locomotives, car mechanical units, or other components, using pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars, hand tools, and cutting torches. | - | - | - |
| Inspect components such as bearings, seals, gaskets, wheels, and coupler assemblies to determine if repairs are needed. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$65,680
per year
Mean Wage
$67,610
per year
Employment
18K
workers
Wage Range
$45,670 - $92,000
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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