Railcar Movement Specialist — Hands-on & Safe

PSC Group; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Great benefits

Job summary

PSC Group is seeking a Rail Switching Technician to join our outdoor operations team. The role entails safely moving railcars within an industrial facility, supporting day-to-day logistics in a hands-on, safety-minded environment.

You’ll receive paid training, great benefits, and long-term career opportunities with a company noted for promoting from within. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and strict adherence to procedures in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver’s License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus

Responsibilities

• Reviews track lists to identify and organize railcars for spotting, separating, loading, or outbound movement
• Ensures railcars are properly connected and secured by setting brakes and verifying couplings
• Separates loaded cars for shipment from preloaded or empty railcars
• Weighs inbound and outbound cars to confirm compliance with weight limits
• Performs additional duties as needed to support safe and efficient rail operations

Skills

Safety-minded

Teamwork

English fluency

Punctuality

Job description

PSC Group is seeking a Rail Switching Technician to join our outdoor operations team. The role entails safely moving railcars within an industrial facility, supporting day-to-day logistics in a hands-on, safety-minded environment.

You’ll receive paid training, great benefits, and long-term career opportunities with a company noted for promoting from within. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and strict adherence to procedures in a fast-paced setting.