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Railcar Auto Prepper

Pacific Rail Services
Wayne, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/16/2025 CLOSED ON 1/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Railcar Auto Prepper position at Pacific Rail Services?

PRS Auto is Hiring Immediately in Wayne, MI!

Join our team and start a rewarding career in the rail industry. We are looking for motivated individuals to help prepare railcars for loading new automobiles at the Wayne, MI TDSI/CSX rail terminal. No experience? No problem! We provide on-the-job training and teach you everything you need to succeed.

Position: Full-Time Union Position.

Starting Rate: To be discussed during the interview process.

Location: Wayne, MI.

Schedule: Primarily first shift, but flexibility is required for start and finish times, including weekends and holidays.

What You’ll Do

  • Prepare railcars for loading new vehicles.
  • Inspect and maintain chocks, doors, decks, grates.
  • Clean rails using a backpack blower.
  • Identify and repair defects on railcars.
  • Work according to PRS Auto processes and AAR standards.

This role involves bending, squatting, leaning, and moving plates to connect railcars. It’s an entry-level position with opportunities for growth and advancement across our nationwide locations.

Benefits

  • Medical and vision (starts after 60 days and the first of the following month).
  • Free dental and life insurance.
  • Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation.
  • 401K available.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Other company Perks.

Requirements

  • Live within 45 minutes of Wayne, MI (no relocation).
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Pass a 7-year background check and drug test.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs overhead and climb heights.
  • No high school diploma or GED required.

Safety is our top priority.

You will be employed by PRS Auto, not the railroad.

About Rail Management Services

One of America’s largest intermodal terminal operators, with more than 60 U.S. intermodal and auto handling facilities. Rail Management Services (RMS) is one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 9 million lifts per year. An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads. With more than three decades of experience focused on facilitating the railroad motor carrier interface, RMS has been the lowest cost and most efficient providers while maintaining one of the best safety records in the industry. Today RMS subsidiaries include Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto.

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