Rail Switching Technician — Paid Training & Growth

Colonial Group; Johnson City (TN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Group in Johnson City, TN is seeking a Rail Switching Technician to safely move railcars in an outdoor industrial setting. This full-time role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on operations.

You will participate in train spotting, braking checks, weight verification, and loading/unloading, with paid training and long-term career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Speak, write, read fluent English.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality required.

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.

Skills

Fluent English

Safety minded

Procedures compliance

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. If you're looking for a hands-on job in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on safety and teamwork, we encourage you to apply.

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