Railroad Technician

Petroleum Service Corporation; Kingsport (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the rail industry as a Railroad Technician in Kingsport, TN. This full-time role involves working alongside engineers to manage railcars and maintain tracks. The position offers comprehensive training and a supportive work environment, with a focus on safety and teamwork. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of employee benefits, including medical insurance, retirement plans, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Life Insurance

Training Programs

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required; paid training available.
• Must possess a valid, unexpired Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Examine track list to spot, separate, load and/or build railcars.
• Repair and rebuild railroad tracks using various tools.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Railroad Technician
Kingsport, TN

Be the next key member of our Rail Team as the PSC Group is now hiring! Spend your days along the rail tracks and work as a team with the engineer on the train to safely move railcars in, out and around the facility. This is a regular full-time position so if you are looking for a stable, long-term career in a booming industry, then consider joining the PSC Group family!

Work Schedule:12 Hour rotating shift (Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays)

Pay Range: Starting at $20.00- $21.00/hr with opportunities for advancement

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Rail Switching Technician:

• Examines track list to spot, separate, load and/or build railcars for shipment
• Ensures railcars are properly connected and/or are secured by setting the brake
• Separates loaded railcars that will be shipped from those that have been preloaded
• Weighs all inbound and outbound loads and empties to ensure weights do not exceed
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.

Rail Track Maintenance:

• Repairs and rebuilds railroad tracks, using power and non-power hand tools
• Pull spikes from ties, drills holes through rails for insertion and fastening of bolts, and replaces ballast
• Operates large non-powered hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes, cutters, and sledgehammers
• Operates proper electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic hand tools such as drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, and grinders
• Lifts and carries track material
• Assists with re-railing of derailed railcars
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

Job Qualifications:

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• Must posses a valid, unexpired Driver’s License
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Why join the PSC team?

• Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
• We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
• The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
• Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.
• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do—how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.