Locomotive Repair and Field Services
Full-Service Locomotive Repair, From the Shop or at Your Site
Complete locomotive repair, inspections, air brake service, and upgrades handled by technicians with decades of experience. Whether a unit needs a full overhaul or emergency field repair, Railserve has the crews to get it back in service across the United States and Canada.
Industrial Locomotive Repair
Every Service Your Fleet Needs, Under One Operation
A locomotive out of service is a yard that can’t move cars. We handle the full scope of repair, inspection, and upgrade work so your fleet stays compliant, available, and performing on shift.
Locomotive Rebuilds and Overhauls
Control system modernization, PTC installation, remote control setup, HVAC upgrades, and safety program installation for fleets that need to meet current operating requirements. Locomotive upgrades are scoped to your unit’s condition and your facility’s specific needs.
- Control system upgrades
- Positive Train Control (PTC) installation
- Remote control system installation and upgrade
- HVAC system upgrades
- Safety program and camera installation
FRA Locomotive Inspection
Documented FRA locomotive inspection conducted by qualified technicians, with prioritized findings and a clear path to compliance for any deficiencies identified.
- Required periodic FRA inspections
- Inspection documentation and recordkeeping
- Deficiency identification and repair coordination
- Pre- and post-lease condition inspections
Locomotive Field Service
Mobile crews dispatch to your facility for diagnostics, routine maintenance, and unplanned repairs so your unit doesn’t have to leave the yard for standard locomotive field service.
- On-site diagnostic and repair
- Scheduled preventative maintenance visits
- Emergency response for unplanned downtime
- Coordination with yard operations to minimize service disruption
Locomotive Upgrades
Stay audit-ready without diverting your team’s attention. Compliance with operating procedures and EHS requirements is maintained as part of standard operations, not as a separate workstream.
- Quality and assurance sampling
- Site-specific training and operating procedures
- Monthly KPI reporting
Paint and Finishing
Full locomotive paint and finishing for units coming out of a locomotive overhaul or requiring cosmetic preparation before returning to service or going on lease.
- Full exterior paint and finishing
- Lettering and marking
- Pre-lease cosmetic preparation
Air Brake Service and Conversions
Prompt air brake service and parts supply across all levels of the rail industry, plus full air brake system conversions for locomotives moving to updated brake standards.
- Air brake repair and component replacement
- Air brake system conversions
- Parts supply and sourcing
- Inspection and compliance documentation
Locomotives Built for Industrial Yard Work
Railserve operates the largest private industrial switching
locomotive fleet in North America, with more than 175 locomotives dedicated to safe, efficient plant operations. This extensive fleet allows us to customize the choice of locomotive to your yard’s pulling requirements.
Operational Experience That Shows Up at Site Level
Railyard Locomotive Questions
Do you offer locomotive field service or only shop repair?
Both. Mobile crews provide locomotive field service at your facility for diagnostics, routine maintenance, and unplanned repairs. Units requiring a full locomotive overhaul or major rebuild are handled in our shop, with coordination to minimize time out of service.
What does a full locomotive overhaul include?
A complete locomotive overhaul covers component-level inspection, repair or replacement of worn or failed parts, FRA compliance work, cosmetic restoration, and post-rebuild inspection documentation. Scope is developed based on the unit’s current condition and your operating requirements.
What locomotive upgrades are available for older units
Locomotive upgrades include control system modernization, PTC installation, remote control system setup, HVAC improvements, and safety program and camera installation for units that need to meet current operating or regulatory standards.
What air brake services do you provide?
We provide full air brake service including repair, component replacement, parts sourcing, and compliance documentation. For units that need it, we also handle complete air brake system conversions and can support all levels of the rail industry.
Tell Us About Your Locomotive Needs
Bring a unit that needs repair, an inspection that is coming due, or a fleet upgrade you are trying to plan. The first step is a conversation with someone who has worked on industrial locomotives before.