Railroad Switchman

Location

Huntsville, AL | United States

Job description

Job Summary: The Switchman will work with crews to perform the safe switching of railcars, using locomotive power. Switch crews are responsible for performing jobs efficiently and following all company and customer safety rules.

Job Duties:

• Switch/spot railcars and build trains as well as deliver cuts of cars to class 1 railroads while always working safely in every type of weather condition.

Work and Environmental Conditions:

• Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions;
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule; including weekends and being on call
• Constantly required to use bending, twisting, walking motions on uneven surfaces throughout the entire work shift;
• Must be able to work independently;
• Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.

Conditions of Employment : Employment is conditional, based on a medical examination which includes a drug screen, and an examination to verify candidates can safely perform the essential functions of the job. Road & Rail Services requires a post-offer motor vehicle reference check, and background check. Employment and military (if applicable) verification required.

Company Profile: Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services has grown and diversified to become a leading provider of rail related services in North America. Our network of skilled associates provides plant and terminal operating expertise as well as field maintenance of rail assets for railroads, rail shippers, and owners of rail related equipment and facilities.

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Salary

$20 per hour