Rail Switching Technician

Petroleum Service Corporation; Aberdeen (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Company-paid life insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Vacation and sick leave

Industry-leading training programs

Job summary

Petroleum Service Corporation, also known as PSC Group, is hiring a Rail Switching Technician in Aberdeen, Mississippi. This full-time position requires dependable individuals to safely move railcars, performing critical logistics operations in an industrial setting.

The role offers paid on-the-job training, benefits including medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid leave. Successful candidates must be able to work rotating 12-hour shifts and demonstrate strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required; paid training available.
• Legally able to work in the U.S. and 18 years or older.
• Must pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely move railcars within an industrial facility.
• Review track lists to identify and organize railcars.
• Ensure railcars are properly connected and secured.

Skills

Safety awareness

Ability to follow procedures

Strong communication skills

Job description

Rail Switching Technician

PSC Group is hiring dependable, safety-minded individuals to join our Rail Switching team. This full‑time position involves working outdoors to safely move railcars within an industrial facility, supporting day‑to‑day operations in a critical logistics role. We offer paid training, great benefits, and long‑term career opportunities with a company that takes pride in promoting from within.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reviews track lists to identify and organize railcars for spotting, separating, loading, or outbound movement
• Ensures railcars are properly connected and secured by setting brakes and verifying couplings
• Separates loaded cars for shipment from preloaded or empty railcars
• Weighs inbound and outbound cars to confirm compliance with weight limits
• Performs additional duties as needed to support safe and efficient rail operations

Job Qualifications:

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on‑the‑job training is available
• May require a valid Driver's License and/or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on‑site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Work Schedule:

12 Hour Rotating Shift (Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays)

Employee Benefits:

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry‑leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.