Rail Traffic Controller: Safe Train Dispatch & Signals

CSX Corporation; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

CSX Corporation in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Rail Traffic Dispatcher to direct and coordinate the safe movement of railroad traffic from a central location. The role requires monitoring rail movements, issuing permits, and communicating with teams to handle priority trains and hazardous materials while maintaining adherence to FRA rules.

You will train at the Network Operations Center in Jacksonville, before on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to type 25 average net words per minute.
• Computer literate using both mainframe and mid-tier computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate railroad traffic, issue permits and authorities, monitor all rail movements and records.
• Know assigned territory and keep informed of changes in physical characteristics.
• Maintain familiarity with scheduled trains, destinations, times of arrivals and departures.
• Communicate with personnel on weather or environmental conditions affecting train movement.
• Coordinate movement of trains according to operating plan and customer needs.
• Monitor train and track movements.
• Remotely control track switches and traffic signals and apply/remove blocking devices.
• Report alleged violations of operating rules and any irregularities.

Skills

Verbal comprehension

Communication skills

Reasoning skills

Radio/telephone communication

Task prioritization

Basic Math

Auditory/visual acuity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

18 years of age or older

Valid Driver's License

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Mainframe

Mid-tier computer applications

Job description

CSX Corporation in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Rail Traffic Dispatcher to direct and coordinate the safe movement of railroad traffic from a central location. The role requires monitoring rail movements, issuing permits, and communicating with teams to handle priority trains and hazardous materials while maintaining adherence to FRA rules.

You will train at the Network Operations Center in Jacksonville, before on-the-job training.