What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rail Switchman position at Loadstar?
Job Summary
This position will be responsible for the safe and efficient railcar switching and locomotive operations. Strong communication skills are required to be able to safely move railcars in, out, and around the facility. Experience in railyard operations and/or chemical plant loading is preferred, but not required.
Schedule:
- Full Time
- 12 Hour 2-2-3 Nights Only
Essential Job Duties
- Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped
- Proceeds to the designated track(s) in order to separate railcars to be shipped/loaded, and ensure that there is proper track space available for inbound railcars
- Separates inbound railcars and spots the railcar for loading/discharge
- Ensures that all railcars, which have been spotted, are properly secured by means of setting the brake
- Pulls and separates loaded railcars that will be shipped from those that have been preloaded
- Checks outbound railcars in order to ensure that all railcars are properly connected
- Weighs all inbound and outbound loads and empties
- Ensures that DOT certification for weight on outbound loads is not exceeded
- Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.
Job Qualifications – Candidate must:
- Must currently possess a valid, unexpired TWIC and driver's license.
- Must be able to follow OSHA safety standards and be safety conscious at all times.
- Should be comfortable working at heights and near the water
- 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
- Stable work history with good references from past employers
- Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
Physical Requirements – Candidate must be able to
- Speak, write, read, hear, and have good vision
- Work outside in environmental conditions which at times include extreme heat or extreme cold
- Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction and pass any medical examination associated with the use of PPE
- Able to lift 30lbs
Employee Benefits
- Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families.
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement.
- Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits
- Training and development programs
Loadstar is an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law Loadstar is a veteran-friendly company. Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures a plus.
Every effort has been made to ensure a complete job description. However, this document in no way implies that these responsibilities are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position, especially where the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for the role.
You must be able to perform each individual essential duty properly with or without reasonable accommodation to be successful. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.