Lead Rail Switchman: Safe Yard Ops & Team Leader

Colonial Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation, holidays

Job summary

Colonial Group in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a railcar switcher and locomotive operator to ensure safe and efficient yard movements. Strong communication and safety awareness are essential for coordinating railcar spot, load, and shipment activities.

Preferred experience includes railyard operations or chemical plant loading. The role requires working a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and complying with OSHA safety standards. Training and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid, unexpired TWIC and driver's license.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and be safety-conscious at all times.
• Comfortable working at heights and near water.
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Stable work history with good references.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Examine track lists to determine which railcars to spot, load, and/or ship.
• Move to designated tracks to separate railcars and ensure space for inbound railcars.
• Spot inbound railcars for loading/discharge and secure spotted cars.
• Verify that spotted railcars are secured by applying brakes.
• Identify loaded vs. preloaded railcars and separate accordingly.
• Check outbound railcars to ensure proper couplings and connections.
• Weigh inbound and outbound loads and empties.
• Ensure weight limits on outbound loads comply with DOT certification.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Safety compliance

TWIC & driver’s license

Height/Water safety

Drug screen/background check

Job description

Colonial Group in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a railcar switcher and locomotive operator to ensure safe and efficient yard movements. Strong communication and safety awareness are essential for coordinating railcar spot, load, and shipment activities.

Preferred experience includes railyard operations or chemical plant loading. The role requires working a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and complying with OSHA safety standards. Training and benefits are provided.