Rail Yard Switchman: Launch a Dynamic Logistics Career

Watco Switching Services, LLC; Alabama; On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training with peer

Leadership and development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Watco Switching Services, LLC is hiring a Switchman in Cherokee, AL. The role involves controlling and coordinating train movements to load/unload railcars safely at rail yards, plants, or similar sites. It is a manual position requiring adherence to safety rules and precise switching procedures.

The position offers an hourly rate of $21.00 and a daytime schedule; training is provided on the job, with opportunities for advancement through Watco University and other development programs.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and communicate in English and understand basic math
• Must be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position
• Demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance
• Read switching orders from designated person
• Notify engineer of switching orders and which cars are to be moved to specified locations in the yard
• Coordinate activities of switching crew from locomotive cab, caboose, or control tower
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions

Skills

English language

Basic math

Attendance

Communication

Job description

Watco Switching Services, LLC is hiring a Switchman in Cherokee, AL. The role involves controlling and coordinating train movements to load/unload railcars safely at rail yards, plants, or similar sites. It is a manual position requiring adherence to safety rules and precise switching procedures.

The position offers an hourly rate of $21.00 and a daytime schedule; training is provided on the job, with opportunities for advancement through Watco University and other development programs.