Train Crew Member - Lebanon, TN

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Railroad Retirement benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO Accrual

8 Paid Holidays Per Year

Veteran's Day Paid Holiday

401K Employer Match

Annual Boot Voucher

Company Provided PPE

Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

Referral Bonuses

Employee Discounts from Suppliers

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is seeking a Train Crew Member based in Lebanon, Tennessee to operate trains and support yard and road operations.

The role emphasizes safety, mechanical aptitude, and teamwork across shifts. You’ll perform engine operation, track and equipment maintenance, and adhere to FRA/OSHA/DOT rules while progressing toward locomotive engineering duties. A strong work ethic and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Driver's License required; basic reading and math skills.
• Must be mechanically inclined and able to work with a team.
• Ability to develop teamwork across all levels of personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assists in all phases of safe daily operation of trains.
• Operates equipment per company policies including safety and DOT requirements.
• Operate track switches, couple cars, and work on freight trains in yard and on the road.
• Move and align rail equipment to build trains.
• Multitask safely with pulling, controlling, and maneuvering equipment.
• Grow into locomotive engineering duties as responsibilities increase.
• Subject to random alcohol and drug testing per FRA guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's License

Mechanical aptitude

Reading skills

Math skills

Teamwork

Job description

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is seeking a Train Crew Member based in Lebanon, TN.

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 with heavy travel.
• 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.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

Driver's License required. 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

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. Requires 24/7 on-call duty.

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.

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.