Switchman

Savage; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE

Boot allowance ($150 twice a year)

Day shift (Mon-Fri; some weekends)

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 


Job summary

Savage is hiring a Railroad Switchman at our US operations. You will assist with spotting cars, classifying inbound trains, and coordinating with class one railroads. You’ll perform inspections, cross-train across site functions, and participate in Savage safety programs.

Training and certification for locomotive operation are provided. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, ability to travel, wear PPE, and pass safety screenings.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance.
• Ability to attend and pass all training including OSHA, HazMat and FRA 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 and background check.

Responsibilities

• 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 assist in different facility functions.
• Operate a locomotive - training and certification provided.
• Promote Savage safety program/SHAPS.

Skills

English literacy

Safety minded

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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 weather conditions
• Comfortable with heights
• Walk 10+ miles per day on uneven terrain, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time

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Additional Information

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
• California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice
• 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/