Rail Operations Conductor & Engineer

Alabama Southern RR, LLC; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco is seeking a conductor/engineer to control and coordinate train movements while switching railcars at yards, plants, or facilities. The role involves safe loading/unloading and requires proficiency through a prescribed training period.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates should be able to read and interpret orders, signals, and rules, and must attend to safety and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and communicate in English; basic math understood.
• Ability to pass training and required testing.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate predictable, reliable attendance.
• Read, write, and communicate in English; understand basic math.
• Learn from directions and apply procedures with good judgment.
• Read switching orders and coordinate train crews.
• Observe signals and operate locomotive per rules and safety standards.
• Maintain records of cars switched and cargo.

Job description

Watco is seeking a conductor/engineer to control and coordinate train movements while switching railcars at yards, plants, or facilities. The role involves safe loading/unloading and requires proficiency through a prescribed training period.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates should be able to read and interpret orders, signals, and rules, and must attend to safety and operational efficiency.