Train Crew Member (Ashland, KY)

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Catlettsburg (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Railroad retirement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Holiday for veterans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

FSA/HSA options

401K match

Maternity leave

Group life

401K plan

Referral bonuses

Employee discounts

Employee assistance

Boot voucher

PPE provided

Safety glasses

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Company in Ashland, KY, seeks Train Crew Members to join our team. Responsibilities include assisting in safe daily train operations, operating equipment, and performing yard tasks as part of a growing crew.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and the ability to progress into locomotive engineering duties while complying with FRA/OSHA/DOT standards and random drug testing policies. Candidates should be prepared for outdoor work and physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined and have basic reading and math skills.
• Ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel to achieve train-handling objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains.
• Operate equipment according to company policies, procedures and practices including safety, DOT and FRA requirements.
• Operate track switches, couple cars and work on freight trains in yard operations.
• Move and align rail equipment to create or build trains.
• Progress in skill and responsibilities toward locomotive engineering duties.
• Perform engine operation, on-ground duties, and track maintenance as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and math skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Job description

R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in Ashland, KY.

Responsibilities

• Assists in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains.
• Operates equipment according to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including equipment usage and maintenance, safety (FRA and OSHA), and DOT requirements.
• Will operate track switches, couple cars and work on freight trains in yard operations.
• Will move, and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.
• Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
• Increasing responsibilities expected and required, including the ability to handle locomotive engineering duties.
• Train Crew Members are subject to random alcohol and drug testing as per the Federal Railroad Administration Guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must be mechanically inclined, and have basic reading and math skills. Must have the ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives.
• Performs engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment and track maintenance and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient railroad operation. Expected to progress in skill and responsibilities of train operations over time with the eventual goal of becoming the Train Crew Member responsible for locomotive engineering duties.

Specialized Or Technical Knowledge, Or Education And Experience

• Must be mechanically inclined and have basic reading and math skills.â¯
• Must have the ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to participate in frequent travel along the assigned short line and within the region encompassing the operations.
• Requires pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
• Occasional lifting of at least 80lbs to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to walk long distances over uneven surfaces.

Environmental Conditions

• Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
• Frequent exposure to weather elements: appropriate PPE required.

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:

Full-Time Team Members

• Railroad Retirement Benefits
• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans

• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• 401K Employer Match
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Group Life Insurance

All Team Members

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Boot Voucher
• Company Provided PPE
• Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) 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.