Night Rail Engineer: Yard Switching & Train Safety

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Amsterdam (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is seeking an Overnight Locomotive Operator for Monday to Friday, 7:30pm to 6:00am, to support rail yard operations in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served Ohio facility.

You will perform pre/post trip inspections, operate locomotives, and ensure safety and compliance with FRA and OSHA requirements. The role requires at least 1 year of rail experience and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; higher education is a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of rail engineering experience.
• Ability to use tablets/computers for reporting.
• Must lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post trip inspections on locomotives to ensure proper working condition.
• Operate locomotive in accordance with company and FRA policies.
• Observe, interpret, and relay signals and all indications affecting movement of a train.
• Safely and efficiently switch cars through the railyard to meet production needs.
• Inspect train and equipment in movement and when stationary.
• Assist with other projects and duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules, FRA.
• Monitor track conditions and report issues.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and wear PPE.

Skills

Rail engineering

Pre/post trip inspections

Locomotive operation

OSHA safety standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is seeking an Overnight Locomotive Operator for Monday to Friday, 7:30pm to 6:00am, to support rail yard operations in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served Ohio facility.

You will perform pre/post trip inspections, operate locomotives, and ensure safety and compliance with FRA and OSHA requirements. The role requires at least 1 year of rail experience and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions.