Corman is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in the Dallas, 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.
• Must have driver’s license.

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.

Benefits : Corman Railroad Company is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits.

Corman offers the following :

• Railroad Retirement 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

Last updated : 2024-05-19