Railroad Switchman: Yard Ops, Safety & Growth

Grace Railroad Contractors; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan

Overtime opportunities

Company-paid training and advancement

Job summary

Grace Railroad Contractors is seeking a skilled Railroad Switchman to support railroad track operations, switching and the safe movement of railcars. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, detail-oriented, and committed to railroad safety procedures while working as part of a team.

Experience in railroad or heavy construction preferred; minimum of 2-3 years railroad experience is desirable. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Prior railroad, heavy construction, or maintenance experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years railroad experience, preferably in track maintenance.
• Ability to understand and execute complex verbal, written, and visual instructions.
• Strong teamwork and communication; mentoring junior crew members.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Responsive to safety signals; adheres to rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of train engineers and switch-engine crew.
• Coordinate yard switch-engine crew and review train schedules.
• Oversee makeup/breakup of trains and switching orders.
• Interpret train orders, signals, and railroad regulations.
• Inspect switches, tracks, and equipment for hazards.
• Follow railroad safety regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Time management

Track equipment

FRA regulations

Weather adaptability

Attention to detail

Tools

OSHA 10

First Aid/CPR

Railroad Safety Training

Job description

Grace Railroad Contractors is seeking a skilled Railroad Switchman to support railroad track operations, switching and the safe movement of railcars. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, detail-oriented, and committed to railroad safety procedures while working as part of a team.

Experience in railroad or heavy construction preferred; minimum of 2-3 years railroad experience is desirable. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and pass background checks.