Locomotive Switchman/Conductor

Road & Rail Services; Mulberry (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Company-provided PPE

Annual boot allowance

Safety training

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Mulberry, FL is hiring a Switchman/Conductor to help move, organize, and position railcars safely in our rail yard. The role involves coordinating with locomotive operators and crew, and on-the-job training is provided.

Railroad experience is a plus but not required. The position is full-time, requires outdoors work in varying weather, and offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and boot allowance.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in all types of weather.
• Physical ability to walk, climb, bend, lift, and complete other demanding tasks.
• Excellent attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Safety-first attitude and ability to work effectively with a crew.
• Willingness to work a rotating swing schedule (days/nights/weekends/holidays).

Responsibilities

• Support switching operations and safe movement/placement of railcars.
• Coordinate with locomotive operators and crew via radio and hand signals.
• Check railcars, tracks, switches for hazards or damage.
• Operate track switches and climb railcars during daily tasks.
• Walk extended distances across uneven ground.
• Perform outdoors in changing weather and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Outdoor work safely

Physical stamina

Excellent attendance

Safety-first mindset

Teamwork

Job description

Switchman / Conductor

Location: Mulberry, FL

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Employment: Full-Time

Start Your Railroad Career

Road & Rail Services is hiring a reliable, safety-minded Switchman/Conductor to join our Mulberry, Florida, operation. In this hands-on role, you will help move, organize, and position railcars safely within an industrial rail yard while coordinating with locomotive operators and fellow crew members. Railroad experience is a plus, but it is not required. We provide practical, on-the-job training to dependable candidates who are eager to learn. Experience in construction, manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, warehousing, or other physically demanding outdoor work may help you succeed in this position.

What You'll Do

• Support switching operations and the safe movement and placement of railcars
• Coordinate with locomotive operators and other crew members through radio communication and hand signals
• Check railcars, tracks, and switches for hazards, damage, or operating concerns
• Operate track switches and climb railcars during daily assignments
• Walk extended distances across uneven ground
• Perform duties outdoors in changing weather conditions
• Follow all safety rules, operating procedures, and company policies

What We're Looking For

• A valid driver's license and dependable transportation
• Ability to work safely outdoors in all types of weather
• Physical ability to walk, climb, bend, lift, and complete other demanding tasks
• Excellent attendance and a strong work ethic
• A safety-first attitude and the ability to work effectively with a crew
• Availability for a rotating swing schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits and Advancement

At Road & Rail Services, this position can be the beginning of a long-term railroad career. Many of our supervisors and crew leaders began in entry-level rail roles before advancing through hands-on experience and company training.

Our Employees Receive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Continued safety and operations training
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

If you are dependable, comfortable with physical outdoor work, and ready to build a stable career with a company that puts safety first, apply today to join Road & Rail Services.