Rail Conductor & Train Switching Expert

Watco; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Certification bonus

On-the-job training

Career advancement

Job summary

Watco is seeking a conductor/engineer to control and coordinate train movements while switching railcars at yards, plants, or terminals to support customer service and on-time deliveries. This manual labor role requires learning procedures during a structured training period and applying safety rules and railroad regulations in daily operations.

The position offers on-the-job training, growth opportunities, and a pathway to advanced railroad roles within Watco's nationwide network, with emphasis

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete tasks on schedule.
• Read, write, and communicate in English; understand basic math.
• Reads switching orders and coordinates with the crew.
• Operates locomotive in yard following railroad rules and regulations.
• Maintains records of cars switched and cargo.
• Communicates switching information via radio or signals.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Watco is seeking a conductor/engineer to control and coordinate train movements while switching railcars at yards, plants, or terminals to support customer service and on-time deliveries. This manual labor role requires learning procedures during a structured training period and applying safety rules and railroad regulations in daily operations.

The position offers on-the-job training, growth opportunities, and a pathway to advanced railroad roles within Watco's nationwide network, with emphasis