Complete Locomotive Repair and Maintenance Services

From Preventative Maintenance to Heavy Repairs

For decades, R. J. Corman Railroad Company has maintained its own fleet to keep trains moving day after day. Now, we are bringing that same shop discipline, field-ready troubleshooting, and railroad-first mindset to other railroads, transload operations, and industrial facilities. Whether you need routine scheduled maintenance, inspection readiness, or fast-turn repairs, our team can support your locomotives from initial assessment through return-to-service.

What We Do

We do it all – mechanical, electrical, and running repair – with a focus on uptime, compliance, and predictable maintenance planning. Established providers in this space emphasize minimizing downtime through preventative programs, fast diagnosis, and on-site capability when needed.

Capabilities

Preventative maintenance and inspection support

Keep your locomotives reliable and ready for service with scheduled maintenance programs built around your operation.

• 92-day preventative maintenance (scheduled inspections, fluid service, filters, adjustments, and documented findings)
• FRA inspection preparation and documentation support – help organizing deficiencies, repair plans, and maintenance records to reduce surprises during regulatory reviews
• Recurring inspection planning for one unit or an entire fleet (calendar-based and utilization-based scheduling)

Note: The industry commonly describes “92-day” programs as part of periodic locomotive inspection and maintenance offerings, often performed on-site or at a designated facility.

Mechanical Repairs – Light to Heavy

From nagging leaks to major mechanical repairs, we troubleshoot quickly and repair correctly.

• Prime mover and engine systems support (diagnostics, component replacement, cooling and lube systems)
• Air system and compressor support (inspection, troubleshooting, replacement)
• Fuel system inspection, testing, and repair
• Exhaust and related components inspection and repair

Electrical and Controls

Electrical issues can sideline a locomotive fast. Our team is built to diagnose faults and restore reliability.

• High and low voltage troubleshooting and repair
• Generator, auxiliary generator, and electrical component service and replacement
• Traction motor inspection, testing, change-outs, and related running gear electrical support 

Wheels, Trucks, and Running Gear

Running gear problems become operating problems quickly. We provide repair options that fit your timeline and budget.

• Wheel change-outs and wheelset-related work
• Truck and traction motor change-outs and component swaps
• Wheel truing / profiling solutions (where available) to address flats and restore wheel profile 

Mobile Capability and On-Site Service

Our biggest differentiator is our mobile capability. When moving a locomotive to a shop is not practical, our field-ready team can come to you to diagnose issues, complete repairs, and keep your operation moving with minimal downtime.

• On-site troubleshooting and repairs
• On-site inspection work (where applicable)
• Planned service windows to match your operating schedule

Specialty mobile services

• Event recorder installs
• Load testing
• Air conditioner installs
• Locomotive cameras (installation and troubleshooting)

Why R. J. Corman

Railroad-built approach

We are not new to locomotive maintenance – we have been doing it to support real-world railroad operations for decades. Now, you can tap into that experience to strengthen your own fleet availability.

Uptime first

The industry’s best providers position their programs around reducing dwell time and improving reliability through consistent maintenance execution and efficient repair cycles.

Flexible engagement

• One-time repairs
• Scheduled maintenance programs
• Fleet support and long-term planning

How It Works (Simple 3-Step)

• Assessment – we review your locomotive(s), service history, and operating needs
• Plan – we propose repair scope, schedule, and required parts
• Execute – we perform the work and provide clear documentation for your records

Need help with 92-day maintenance, FRA inspection readiness, or wheel change-outs? 
Contact us to discuss your locomotives, timeline, and whether on-site support or shop service is the best fit.