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Rail Car Repairers

Also known as: Air Brake Adjuster, Air Brake Man, Air Brake Mechanic, Air Brake Rigger, Air Brake Worker, Air Compressor Mechanic, Air Valve Mechanic, Air Valve Repairer, Airman, Brake Adjuster

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul railroad rolling stock, mine cars, or mass transit rail cars.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Less than High School10%
High School Diploma84%
Some College2%
Level 104%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None32%
Up to 1 month10%
1-3 months16%
3-6 months6%
6 months - 1 year13%
1-2 years17%
2-4 years7%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None7%
Up to 1 month17%
1-3 months17%
3-6 months2%
6 months - 1 year34%
1-2 years24%

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.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

DependabilitySelf ControlCooperationIntegrityAttention to DetailIndependenceStress ToleranceAdaptability/FlexibilityInitiativeConcern for OthersInnovationPersistence

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

$45,670Median: $65,680$92,000
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