Train Crew Member - Woodburn, KY

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Woodburn (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Identity theft protection

Flexible spending account

Paid maternity leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401K retirement savings

Work boot allowance

Employee referral program

Event tickets

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Group in Woodburn, KY is seeking full-time Train Crew Members to join our operations outside. You will learn train operations, safety rules, and regulations while contributing to keeping locomotives moving in a dynamic rail environment.

The position offers advancement opportunities, on-the-job training, and a comprehensive benefits package. Work requires mobility, teamwork, and the ability to perform duties in outdoor conditions across our short line network.

Qualifications

• Driver’s License required.
• Must be mechanically inclined and able to read and perform basic math.
• Ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of safe daily operation of trains.
• Operate equipment according to company policies including safety and DOT requirements.
• Move, align rail equipment, and build trains in yard operations.
• Perform locomotive maintenance tasks as needed.
• Adhere to FRA/OSHA rules and random drug testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading skills

Math basics

Job description

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 Woodburn, KY.

Our Train Crew Members play an important part in keeping our locomotives moving. We will teach you the workings of our trains, as well as the rules and regulations that must be followed to complete the job safely!

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.

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.

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:

• 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 Group offers participation in Railroad Retirement for individuals serving in this role.

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.