Rail Yard Switch Operator

Trans-Global Solutions, Inc; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans-Global Solutions, Inc is seeking personnel to assemble trains and switch railroad cars in a yard environment. The role involves working with Locomotive Engineers, operating track switches, and performing safety inspections of locomotives and rail cars.

Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude, good hand-eye coordination, and the ability to communicate clearly via hand signals or two-way radio. Safety certifications are required by customers at TGS locations.

Qualifications

• High integrity, ethics and confidentiality required.
• Safety training/certification as required to work at customer facilities and at TGS locations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to make quick, sound judgments and demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.
• Good hearing and vision.

Responsibilities

• Assemble trains and switch railroad cars in a yard.
• Perform safety inspections of locomotives and rail cars.
• Identify mechanical failures and perform repairs as needed.
• Replace knuckles in couplers and operate rail car equipment.
• Uncouple cars and route them using switches and signals.
• Communicate with Locomotive Engineer via hand signals or radio.

Skills

Integrity

Safety training/certification

Strong communication

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Hearing and vision

Job description

Trans-Global Solutions, Inc is seeking personnel to assemble trains and switch railroad cars in a yard environment. The role involves working with Locomotive Engineers, operating track switches, and performing safety inspections of locomotives and rail cars.

Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude, good hand-eye coordination, and the ability to communicate clearly via hand signals or two-way radio. Safety certifications are required by customers at TGS locations.