Hiring: Freight Car Repairer - Enola, PA 2026 Company: Norfolk Southern Location: Enola, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-02 18:00:22 Target Skills & Keywords : Compliance, Hardhat, PATs, SAFe About the job Experience: •18 years of age or older. Required Skills: •At Norfolk Southern, we believe that our people power progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values—Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork—which guide how we work, lead, and grow together. If you're ready to launch a career in mechanical maintenance and contribute to the reliability of our rolling stock, we invite you to explore the Freight Car Repairer Trainee role. •This hands-on, field-based position prepares individuals for a career in freight car maintenance through structured classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Trainees learn to inspect, repair, and maintain railcars to ensure safe and efficient operations across our network. •What Should You Know •This is a seniority-based union position. •You must be available to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. •Extensive travel for training may be required. •Union membership is required within 60 days of establishing seniority. •Training Includes Both Classroom And Field Instruction: •Classroom Training: Mechanical Safety Orientation and craft-specific training in welding and fabrication. •Field Training: Hands-on experience in car repair shops and yards. •Duration: Approximately 7 weeks (1 week safety orientation + 6 weeks craft training). •Norfolk Southern provides lodging and reimburses travel per union agreement. •Job Responsibilities •Inspect, repair, and maintain freight cars in compliance with FRA and AAR standards. •Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!