Train Crew Member- Fulton, AR

RJ Corman Railroad Group; Ashdown (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO Accrual

8 Paid Holidays Per Year

401K Employer Match

Company Provided PPE

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RJ Corman Railroad Group is seeking Train Crew Members to join our Fulton, AR team. You will operate switches and brakes, build trains, and ensure safety procedures and PPE compliance on site.

The role emphasizes safety, effective communication, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth and exposure to various RJ Corman equipment and operations in a field setting.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate switches and brakes to ensure trains move safely between tracks.
• Build trains by attaching/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.
• Safely operate both company vehicles and other equipment, following RJ Corman and Customer safety practices.
• 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.

Skills

Safety awareness

Verbal & written communication

Vehicle operation

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

R. J. Corman Switching Company is currently seeking Train Crew Membersto join our team in Fulton, AR.

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 R. J. 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.

Environmental Conditions:

• Must be able to perform specified duties outside in all weather conditions.

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:

• 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
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Provided PPE

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.

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