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rail grinder

Genuine railroad terminology with workplace relevance

A rail grinder is a railroad service (diesel mechanic, frieght car repairer, welder, fitter, conductor, laborer, engineer, singnalman, track gang) employee, good living and benefits. Often considered blue collar work with white collar pay.

My friend back home is a rail grinder, interesting industry. Hes a operator on the track repair gang.

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rail grinder in industrial supplies, equipment, and components

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