Rail Traffic Controller

Paducah & Louisville Railway; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Paducah & Louisville Railway, Inc. is seeking a Train Dispatcher to direct the movement of trains and on-track equipment within the assigned territory in Paducah, KY.

The role requires adherence to FRA, AAR and Company rules, with safety as the priority. Responsibilities include coordinating train movements from a centralized control unit, activating switches and signals, issuing warrants, maintaining records, and planning movements based on track availability, conditions, and crew availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates the safe movement of railroad traffic from a centralized traffic control unit.
• Activates track switches and signals, planning for movement.
• Issuing Track Warrants & Joint Authorities.
• Maintains complete records of all train movements, permissions and authorities.
• Knows assigned territory and keeps informed of changes in physical characteristics.
• Communicates with appropriate personnel on weather or environmental changes.
• Plans for train movement based on track availability, conditions, speed restrictions, weather, and crew availability.
• Assigns locomotives and crews to trains.
• Schedules departure and movement of trains on specific tracks and sidings.
• Operates controls to activate train switches and traffic signals.
• Communicates with crew and train engineer to relay changes in instructions and schedules.
• Reports alleged violations of operating rules to the Director – Train Operations.
• Plans for smooth and effective operation of trains.
• Coordinates track usage.
• Monitors train inspection devices.
• Assumes duties of Yardmaster when required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree (preferred)

Job description

Paducah & Louisville Railway, Inc. is seeking a Train Dispatcher to direct the movement of trains and on-track equipment within the assigned territory in Paducah, KY.

The role requires adherence to FRA, AAR and Company rules, with safety as the priority. Responsibilities include coordinating train movements from a centralized control unit, activating switches and signals, issuing warrants, maintaining records, and planning movements based on track availability, conditions, and crew availability.