Yard Rail Switching Technician — Hands-On & Safe Operations

Railserve; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Sick leave & accident benefits

401(k) with company match

Safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday pay

Vacation

Employee discount program

Job summary

Railserve in Baton Rouge, LA is hiring dependable Rail Switching Technicians to support daily rail switching operations in an industrial yard. This full-time, hands-on role focuses on the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars to meet customer production schedules.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and physically able to work outdoors in varying weather. Training and advancement opportunities within Railserve are available, with a strong emphasis on reliability and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attendance and dependability essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate locomotives and rail equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform railcar switching and placement according to operational schedules.
• Interpret train orders, signals, and operating procedures.
• Inspect locomotives prior to operation and ensure safety checks.
• Complete reports related to operational activity and assist training as needed.

Skills

Safety-focused

Rail switching operations

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Railserve in Baton Rouge, LA is hiring dependable Rail Switching Technicians to support daily rail switching operations in an industrial yard. This full-time, hands-on role focuses on the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars to meet customer production schedules.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and physically able to work outdoors in varying weather. Training and advancement opportunities within Railserve are available, with a strong emphasis on reliability and