Assistant Engineer- Freight Railroad [PHL]

Qualified U.S. Military Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply; military experience may provide effective experience as a substitute for previous railroad experience.

Experienced rail roaders are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Summary: Assists in safe movement of freight trains and switching of rail cars for various customers.

Pay: Pay rates are exact as specified by the union contract; there are no ranges. $23.00/hr. while in training. $28.98/hr. after training is completed.

Benefits:

• Home every night.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO medical/dental care [employees pay approximately 11% of total premium cost.]
• Federal railroad retirement program [for more information about railroad retirement please go to www.rrb.gov.].
• FREE telemedicine,
• paid holidays, vacation and personal days,
• 401k retirement plan with company match, and
• company paid life insurance.

Voluntary benefits include:

• vision coverage,
• supplemental life insurance
• long-term disability.

Qualifications:

· Must be at least eighteen (18) years old.

· Must be able to take and pass a comprehension test administered by computer/web portal.

· Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

· Must successfully pass the pre-employment process which includes a criminal history background check, physical exam, physical capabilities test, and an alcohol/drug screen consisting of breath, urine and hair follicle testing.

· Must have or apply for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), at the applicant’s expense, before commencement of training. Must maintain a TWIC for continued employment at PHL.

· Must be able to effectively comprehend and follow written and oral instructions, including safety rules and regulations.

· Must have effective communication skills and be able to pass all required written exams.

Responsibilities:

· Switch, deliver and pickup freight railcars at various port locations.

· Ride sides of moving rail cars, climb ladders, operate track switches.

· Complete documentation for hazardous materials.

· Keep accurate records of time and work performed as required by federal regulation.

· Use two-way radios and cell phone, and drive company vehicles.

· Various other tasks as assigned.

Work Environment:

· Four weeks of classroom training and eight to twelve weeks of field training.

· The work is performed outside in all types of weather.

· Work assignments may be scheduled at varying shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays, within a 24/7/365 operation.

· Environment may include fumes, dust, pollen, vibration, noise and engine exhaust.

· Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and gravel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.98 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• outdoor work: 2 years (Required)
• Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Preferred)
• trade [welding, machinist, etc.]: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $29