Selma, AL - Rail Switching Operator

Petroleum Service Corporation; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Great benefits

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

A logistics services company is seeking a Rail Switching Technician in Selma, Alabama. This full-time role involves safely moving railcars within an industrial facility and requires a safety-minded individual. Responsibilities include organizing railcars, ensuring secure connections, and adhering to safety protocols. Paid training is available for those without prior experience, and the position requires regular attendance during night shifts from 6 PM to 2 AM. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused and able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Speak, write, read fluent English.
• Wear required PPE without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Review track lists to organize railcars for spotting.
• Ensure railcars are properly connected and secured.
• Separate loaded cars for shipment from preloaded or empty railcars.
• Weigh inbound and outbound cars for compliance.
• Perform additional duties to support safe and efficient rail operations.

Skills

Experience in rail operations

Ability to follow procedures

Good communication skills

Safety-minded approach

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, we encourage you to apply.

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

Work Schedule

Night Shifts, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM