Railcar Switch Operator — Hands-On & Safe

Road & Rail Services, Inc.; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Yearly safety bonus opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Opportunities for advancement

Veteran-friendly workplace

Promote-from-within culture

Job summary

Road & Rail Services, established in 1987, is seeking a dependable Railroad Switchman to join our operations team. This on-site role involves safely switching, spotting, and moving railcars, coordinating with the rail crew, and following strict operating procedures.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour. The job requires outdoor, year-round work around locomotives and heavy equipment, with opportunities for advancement and benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• 49 CFR Part 240 certification/qualification required.
• Mechanical aptitude for railroad duties.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Strong safety awareness and situational judgment.
• Ability to operate a backhoe.
• Ability to communicate with locomotive operators and crew.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a rail crew.

Responsibilities

• Safely switch, spot, and position railcars throughout the facility.
• Build trains and prepare cuts of railcars for movement.
• Deliver cuts of cars to Class I and Short Line railroad connections as required.
• Couple and uncouple railcars during switching operations.
• Operate manual switches, derails, and other track-related equipment.
• Apply and release railcar hand brakes.
• Judge railcar speed, track distance, and clearance points during movements.
• Communicate instructions using radios, hand signals, verbal communication, and written instructions.
• Assist with minor railcar repairs, including replacing air hoses and knuckles.
• Operate a backhoe as required by the operation.
• Inspect work areas and equipment for safety concerns.
• Report unsafe conditions or problems immediately.
• Perform general maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear PPE.

Job description

Road & Rail Services, established in 1987, is seeking a dependable Railroad Switchman to join our operations team. This on-site role involves safely switching, spotting, and moving railcars, coordinating with the rail crew, and following strict operating procedures.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour. The job requires outdoor, year-round work around locomotives and heavy equipment, with opportunities for advancement and benefits for full-time employees.