Rail Switching Technician

Davita Inc.; Wisconsin Rapids (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in railway logistics as a Rail Switching Technician in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. This full-time position offers stable hours with a rotating shift schedule, paid training, and opportunities for advancement. You’ll work collaboratively to manage railcars and ensure smooth operations in a growing industry.

Benefits

Medical insurance options

401(k) matching plan

Vacation and sick leave

Discounts and bonuses

Industry-leading training programs

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required.
• May require a valid driver's license and/or TWIC card.
• 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Examine track list to load and build rail cars for shipment.
• Repair and rebuild railroad tracks using various tools.
• Ensure weights of inbound and outbound loads are within limits.

Skills

Ability to follow procedures

Teamwork

Job description

JOIN THE PSC FAMILY Rail Switching Technician

Rail Switching Technician

Summary

Title:	Rail Switching Technician
ID:	24046542059
State:	WI
City:	Wisconsin Rapids
Worker Category:	FTRG-Full-Time Regular

Description

Rail Switching Technician

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Be the next key member of our Rail Switching Team as the PSC Group is now hiring for Switchman in the Nekoosa, WI area! Spend your days along the rail tracks and work as a team with the engineer on the train to safely move railcars in, out and around the facility. This is a regular full-time position so if you are looking for a stable, long-term career in a booming industry, then consider joining the PSC Group family!



Work Schedule: 8 hour rotating shift schedule



Pay Range: Starting at $20.00 with opportunity for advancement



Rail Switching:

• Examines track list to spot, separate, load and/or build railcars for shipment


• Ensures railcars are properly connected and/or are secured by setting the brake


• Separates loaded railcars that will be shipped from those that have been preloaded


• Weighs all inbound and outbound loads and empties to ensure weights do not exceed


• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.

Track Maintenance:

• Repairs and rebuilds railroad tracks, using power and non-power hand tools


• Pull spikes from ties, drills holes through rails for insertion and fastening of bolts, and replaces ballast


• Operates large non-powered hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes, cutters, and sledgehammers


• Operates proper electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic hand tools such as drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, and grinders


• Lifts and carries track material


• Assists with re-railing of derailed railcars


• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

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


• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Why join the PSC team?

• Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.


• We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.


• The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.


• Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.


• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do-how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.

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.

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