Precision Rail Switching Technician

Railserve, US; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday pay

Vacation

Job summary

Railserve is hiring dependable Rail Switching Technicians to support daily operations in an industrial rail yard. You will safely operate locomotives, switch rails, and communicate movement instructions in a demanding outdoor environment.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and capable of lifting heavy equipment while adhering to strict procedures. Railserve values reliability and offers growth into leadership roles within Marmon/ Railserve.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Walk on uneven terrain and climb rail equipment.
• Lift and carry heavy equipment and materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate locomotives and rail equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform railcar switching and placement according to schedules.
• Inspect locomotives prior to operation.
• Couple/uncouple railcars and connect air hoses.
• Follow safety procedures and report incidents.
• Assist in training new employees as needed.

Skills

Safety-focused

Mechanically inclined

Strong communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Railserve is hiring dependable Rail Switching Technicians to support daily operations in an industrial rail yard. You will safely operate locomotives, switch rails, and communicate movement instructions in a demanding outdoor environment.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and capable of lifting heavy equipment while adhering to strict procedures. Railserve values reliability and offers growth into leadership roles within Marmon/ Railserve.