Rail Switchman

Colonial Group; Baton Rouge (LA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance options with company

Life, short-term and long-termdisabil

401(k) matching plan

Vacation, sick leave and holidays

Training and development programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Colonial Group in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a railroad operations professional to manage railcar switching and locomotive tasks. The role requires strong communication and strict adherence to OSHA safety standards, with experience in railyard operations and/or chemical plant loading preferred.

The full-time position follows a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and involves working outdoors in varying environmental conditions, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for development.

Competenze

• Must have valid TWIC card and driver's license.
• Follow OSHA safety standards at all times.
• 18 years or older and eligible to work in the U.S.

Mansioni

• Examine track lists to determine railcars to spot, load, or ship.
• Position on designated tracks to separate inbound/outbound railcars and ensure space.
• Spot inbound railcars for loading or discharge.
• Secure spotted railcars by applying brakes.
• Sort loaded vs preloaded railcars for shipment.
• Verify outbound railcars are properly connected and weighed.
• Ensure weight compliance with DOT limits on outbound loads.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Strong communication

Safety-conscious

TWIC card

Driver's license

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for the safe and efficient railcar switching and locomotive operations. Strong communication skills are required to be able to safely move railcars in, out, and around the facility. Experience in railyard operations and/or chemical plant loading is preferred, but not required.

Schedule:

• Full Time
• Rotating 12 hour shift work schedule

Essential Job Duties

• Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped
• Proceeds to the designated track(s) in order to separate railcars to be shipped/loaded, and ensure that there is proper track space available for inbound railcars
• Separates inbound railcars and spots the railcar for loading/discharge
• Ensures that all railcars, which have been spotted, are properly secured by means of setting the brake
• Pulls and separates loaded railcars that will be shipped from those that have been preloaded
• Checks outbound railcars in order to ensure that all railcars are properly connected
• Weighs all inbound and outbound loads and empties
• Ensures that DOT certification for weight on outbound loads is not exceeded
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.

Job Qualifications – Candidate must:

• Must currently possess a valid, unexpired TWIC and driver's license.
• Must be able to follow OSHA safety standards and be safety conscious at all times.
• Should be comfortable working at heights and near the water
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Stable work history with good references from past employers
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check

Physical Requirements – Candidate must be able to

• Speak, write, read, hear, and have good vision
• Work outside in environmental conditions which at times include extreme heat or extreme cold
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction and pass any medical examination associated with the use of PPE
• Able to lift 30lbs

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
• Training and development programs