Rail Operations Engineer — Training & Growth

Louisiana Southern RR LLC; Minden (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Watco culture recognition

Competitive compensation

On-the-job training

Watco University training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Watco is hiring a conductor/engineer to control and coordinate train movements, switching railcars in yards, plants, or facilities to load/unload cargo safely and efficiently.

This manual labor role requires following railroad rules, reading orders, and communicating clearly by radio and signals. Training is provided, with opportunities for development across Watco's network. Join a team recognized for safety and growth.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass training and required testing.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate punctual attendance.
• Read and follow switching orders.
• Coordinate train movements and switch operations.
• Communicate via radio and signals.
• Inspect equipment and maintain records.
• Operate locomotive per railroad rules and regulations.

Skills

English literacy

Safety awareness

Job description

Watco is hiring a conductor/engineer to control and coordinate train movements, switching railcars in yards, plants, or facilities to load/unload cargo safely and efficiently.

This manual labor role requires following railroad rules, reading orders, and communicating clearly by radio and signals. Training is provided, with opportunities for development across Watco's network. Join a team recognized for safety and growth.