Switchman

Savage Services; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms & PPE

Boot allowance

Day shift

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Savage Services in the United States is seeking a Railroad Switchman to spot cars, classify trains, and coordinate with Class I railroads on a daily basis.

You will inspect cars, assist in multiple facility functions, and train to operate a locomotive. The role emphasizes safety and teamwork within a 5S environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance.
• Willingness to complete OSHA, HazMat and FRA training.
• Ability to travel to other sites as needed.
• Willingness to wear PPE.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends.
• Industrial work experience preferred.
• Must be able to read/write English.
• Clear drug/alcohol test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train.
• Classify inbound trains.
• Interact with Class I railroad.
• Daily spot and pull with site partners.
• Visually inspect rail cars and perform air brakes inspections.
• Cross-train and assist in different facility functions.
• Operate a locomotive; training and certification provided.
• Participate in Savage safety program/SHAPS.

Skills

Reading English

Writing English

PPE safety

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Grow Your Career with Savage!

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

At Savage, we pride ourselves on providing our Team Members with a focus on safety not typically seen in other companies. You will enjoy working in a 5S environment that is safe to work in and free of clutter while receiving top-notch safety training and procedures to ensure that everyone makes it home every night to their loved ones. Hire Right, Train Right, Treat Right…it’s the Savage way.

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage

• We provide Uniforms and PPE
• $150/2x year Steel Toe Boot Allowance
• Day Shift :This is a M-F operation with some weekend work – 6:30am-3pm
• Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing and 401 (k) with match

What you will be doing as a Railroad Switchman

• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train
• Classification of inbound train
• Interaction with class one railroad
• Daily spot and pull with other site partners
• Visually inspect rail cars and perform air brakes inspections
• Cross train and willingness to assist in the different functions performed at the facility
• Operate a locomotive -we provide training and certification!
• Participate in and promote Savage safety program/SHAPS

Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman

• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to perform basic maintenance
• Ability to attend and pass all training associated with job related coursework. This includes but is not limited to: OSHA, HazMat and FRA related courses.
• Ability to travel to other sites to assist in switching and training requirements
• Willingness to wear required PPE
• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
• Work experience in an industrial environment
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Clear drug / alcohol test / criminal background check

Here are some of the physical requirements of this role

• Ability to work outdoors in all weatherconditions
• Comfortable with heights
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time

Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace

Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/