Crew Leader

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid sickness and accident

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Prescription safety wear

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount program

Job summary

Railserve is hiring a Crew Leader to oversee daily rail switching activities in an industrial rail environment. This hands-on leadership role combines locomotive operation with crew coordination, coaching, and daily oversight to meet customer operations and production schedules.

The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, dependable, and experienced in rail operations with strong communication and teamwork skills; leadership opportunities exist within Railserve’s growth path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attendance and dependability required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily rail switching activities to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Plan, assign, and coordinate work activities for rail switching crew members.
• Provide daily direction, coaching, and performance feedback to employees.
• Train new employees on operating procedures, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Operate locomotives and rail equipment safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate the timely switching, movement, and placement of railcars.
• Interpret train orders, railroad signals, operating rules, and switching schedules.
• Communicate regularly with yard coordinators, site leadership, and customer personnel regarding progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attendance & dependability

Outdoor work in various weather

Walk on uneven terrain & climb rail

Lift and handle heavy equipment

Multi-tasking & prioritization

Attention to detail & situational awar

Follow safety rules & procedures

Military experience a plus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Railserve As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings - which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway, you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Crew Leader to support daily rail switching operations within an industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands‑on role critical to the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars that support customer operations and production schedules.

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety‑focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at Railserve.com.

Job Description

The Crew Leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily rail switching activities while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and customer operating requirements. This is a hands‑on leadership position that combines rail switching responsibilities with crew coordination, employee training, and daily operational oversight. Crew Leaders work alongside their teams to operate locomotives, coordinate railcar movements, maintain safe working conditions, and communicate with site leadership and customer personnel. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and experienced in rail operations, with strong communication skills and the ability to lead a team in a fast‑paced industrial environment. Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for advancement into Site Leadership and other operational leadership positions.

Duties

• Oversee daily rail switching activities to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Plan, assign, and coordinate work activities for rail switching crew members
• Provide daily direction, coaching, and performance feedback to employees
• Train new employees on operating procedures, safety requirements, and company policies
• Operate locomotives and rail equipment safely and efficiently
• Coordinate the timely switching, movement, and placement of railcars
• Interpret train orders, railroad signals, operating rules, and switching schedules
• Communicate regularly with yard coordinators, site leadership, and customer personnel regarding operational progress
• Coordinate railcar movements with plant personnel to meet production and operational requirements
• Operate hand and ground throw switches, derails, and gates
• Control equipment movement using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns
• Couple and uncouple railcars and handle air hoses and wheel chocks
• Apply and release hand brakes to secure equipment
• Observe tracks and surrounding areas for obstructions, defects, or safety hazards
• Inspect locomotives and rail equipment before operation
• Assist with routine locomotive maintenance and lubrication as needed
• Complete reports related to accidents, delays, unscheduled stops, and operational activities
• Ensure employees follow required safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment
• Perform additional operational duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong attendance and dependability required
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
• Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions
• Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process
• Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)

Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

• Outdoor industrial rail yard environment
• Hands‑on leadership role requiring active participation in daily rail switching operations
• Exposure to locomotives, railcars, moving machinery, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions
• Moderate to heavy physical labor required
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, and lifting
• Use of hand tools, power tools, and rail equipment
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures

Grow With Us

Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, leadership potential, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success. Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.

We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you'll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30k employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups - where they're able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we're all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.