Railcar Switcher - Paid Training & Growth

Colonial Group; Martinez, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Great benefits

Job summary

PSC Group is seeking dependable, safety-minded individuals for a Rail Switching Operator role in Martinez, CA. This full-time, outdoor position focuses on moving railcars within an industrial facility to support daily logistics operations, with paid training and long-term career opportunities.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures while handling rail equipment and performing weight checks and car separation tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required; paid on-the-job training is available.
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Speak, write, read fluent English with clear communication.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required.
• Previous military experience and following procedures is a plus.
• May require a valid Driver’s License and/or a valid TWIC card depending on location.

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

Fluent English

Punctuality

Job description

PSC Group is seeking dependable, safety-minded individuals for a Rail Switching Operator role in Martinez, CA. This full-time, outdoor position focuses on moving railcars within an industrial facility to support daily logistics operations, with paid training and long-term career opportunities.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures while handling rail equipment and performing weight checks and car separation tasks.