Train Crew Member - Ashdown, AR

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Ashdown (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is seeking dynamic Train Crew Members for a full-time position in Ashdown, AR. This role requires a physically capable and dependable individual who will operate switches, maintain safety standards, and engage in equipment maintenance. The position offers exposure to a booming industry with potential advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Work boot allowance

Paid maternity leave

Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a range of vehicles and machinery safely.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Overall willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate switches and brakes to ensure trains move safely.
• Build trains by attaching and detaching freight cars.
• Ensure working conditions are safe, using proper PPE.

Skills

Communication

Physical capability

Dependability

Education

Knowledge of workplace safety requirements

Previous railroad or industrial switching experience

Job description

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Looking for a full-time position with potential advancement opportunities in a booming industry? If you enjoy working outside, this is the career for you! Consider joining our team at R. J. Corman Railroad Company! We are seeking dynamic Train Crew Members in Ashdown, AR. If you are ambitious, physically capable, and dependable apply now!

Accountability: Candidates will perform switching, equipment maintenance, rule compliance and other duties associated with maintaining an efficient and safe switching operation. The work schedule is full time and hours may vary according to customer needs (operations are 24/7).

Responsibilities

• Operate switches and brakes to ensure trains move safely between tracks.
• Build trains by attaching and detaching freight cars, inspecting trains for rules compliance and order accuracy.
• Ensure working conditions are safe, and proper PPE is being used as required before starting any work. Employees must be safety conscious with high regard and awareness of other employees working on and within the parameters of equipment.
• Safely operate both company vehicles and other equipment, following RJ Corman and Customer safety practices while working in the facility.
• Practice good customer relations with proper radio etiquette and face to face communication to preserve customer satisfaction.
• Practice good co-worker relations to ensure a friendly, efficient work environment and foster "One team, one goal" mentality.
• Maintain facility and equipment to RJ Corman Look Good standards.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
  
  

Specialized Knowledge, Education, Experience

• Previous railroad or industrial switching experience preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures.
• Ability to operate a range of vehicles and machinery in a safe and responsible manner.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Overall willingness to learn new skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform physical, strenuous work in all weather conditions
• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner, and walking on uneven surfaces such as ballast.
• Requires frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 lbs
• Able to push and pull with up to 150 lbs of force to throw a switch
  
  

Job Dimensions: Must be able to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion. This position does not require supervision of fellow employees.

Benefits: R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R. J. Corman offers the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Flexible spending account benefits
• Paid maternity leave
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Work boot allowance
• Employee referral program
• Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train
  
  

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.

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  Full-time

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