Rail Switch Operator — Training & Benefits Included

Savage Services; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms & PPE Provided

Boot Allowance

Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Benefits

Safety-First Culture

Career Development

Job summary

Savage Services is seeking motivated rail operations staff to join our team in the United States. The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts on heavy industrial rail operations, focusing on safety and operational excellence.

You will learn to spot railcars, move empties, and build outbound trains while operating locomotives and performing railcar inspections. Training, PPE, and career development are provided.

Qualifications

• Safety commitment to follow railroad and company safety requirements.
• Ability to attend and complete OSHA/HazMat/FRA and related training.
• Basic maintenance skills for equipment and rail-related tasks.
• Basic computer proficiency for operational documentation and reporting.
• Willingness to wear PPE at all times.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing and background screening.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Rail Switching Operations: Safely spot railcars on designated tracks and move empties to build outbound trains.
• Locomotive Operations: Operate locomotives for switching activities and daily rail movements; training provided.
• Railcar Inspections: Visual inspections and air brake checks for safety and compliance.
• Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in Savage's safety program and procedures.
• Train Building Activities: Help organize inbound and outbound rail traffic for facility efficiency.
• Operational Coordination: Collaborate with team members and customers to ensure safe, reliable rail service.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Savage Services is seeking motivated rail operations staff to join our team in the United States. The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts on heavy industrial rail operations, focusing on safety and operational excellence.

You will learn to spot railcars, move empties, and build outbound trains while operating locomotives and performing railcar inspections. Training, PPE, and career development are provided.