Train Crew Member - Houston, TX

Seaboard Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Train Crew Members to join their dynamic team in Houston. This role involves assisting in the safe operation of trains, performing equipment maintenance, and progressing towards locomotive engineering responsibilities. Ideal candidates will be mechanically inclined, possess basic reading and math skills, and be able to work collaboratively with diverse personnel. The company is committed to providing a safe, drug-free workplace and offers comprehensive benefits starting from day one. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in the railroad industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

8 paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

401K retirement savings plan

Employee referral program

Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train

Qualifications

• Must develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel.
• Basic mechanical skills required for train operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in safe daily operation of trains and equipment.
• Operate track switches and work on freight trains.
• Handle locomotive engineering duties as responsibilities increase.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Basic reading skills

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Job description

R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in the Houston, TX area.

Accountability: 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.

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 and on the road.
• Will move and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.
• Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with train crew.
• Multi-tasking - must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars.
• 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.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform physical strenuous work.
• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner.
• 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.

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 Company 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).
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance.
• Voluntary identity theft protection.
• Paid maternity leave.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401K retirement savings plan.
• 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.