Railcar Technician

Colonial Group; Prattville (AL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Group is seeking a Rail Switching Technician to support our outdoor rail operations. This full-time role involves safely moving railcars within an industrial facility, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and reliability.

Typical duties include organizing railcars, securing connections, weighing cars, and ensuring compliance with weight limits. Paid training is provided, and long-term career growth is available within a safety-conscious company.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, write, read fluent English.
• No prior experience required; paid on-the-job training available.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally able to work in the U.S.
• May require a valid Driver's License and/or TWIC card depending on location.
• Must pass drug screen, physical, and background check.
• On-site attendance and punctuality required.

Responsibilities

• Review track lists to organize railcars for spotting, loading, or movement.
• Ensure railcars are properly connected and secured by setting brakes and verifying couplings.
• Separate loaded cars for shipment from preloaded or empty railcars.
• Weigh inbound and outbound cars to verify weight limits.
• Support safe and efficient rail operations as needed.

Skills

Fluent English

Safety-minded

Tools

TWIC card

Job description

Rail Switching Technician

PSC Group is hiring dependable, safety-minded individuals to join our Rail Switching team. This full-time position involves working outdoors to safely move railcars within an industrial facility, supporting day-to-day operations in a critical logistics role. We offer paid training, great benefits, and long-term career opportunities with a company that takes pride in promoting from within. If you're looking for a hands-on job in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Job Duties & 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

Job 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