What are the responsibilities and job description for the Train Crew Member - Lexington, KY / Frankfort, KY position at R.J. Corman Railroad Group?
R. J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in Lexington, KY/Frankfort, KY.
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.
- Will move and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.
- Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
- Required to work on-call basis, and expected to be available to work 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in all weather conditions.
- Irregular work schedules determined by rotation.
- Home daily position.
- Telephone required in order to be contacted.
- 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 engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment and track maintenance and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient railroad operation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
- 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.
Physical Requirements:
- Mobility to participate in frequent travel along the assigned short line and within the region encompassing the operations.
- Requires pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
- Occasional lifting of at least 80lbs to perform essential job functions. Must be able to walk long distances over uneven surfaces.
- Requires 24/7 on-call duty.
Environmental Conditions:
- Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
- Frequent exposure to weather elements: appropriate PPE required.
Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following benefits:
Full-Time Team Members:
- Railroad Retirement benefits
- Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
- 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
- Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
- Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
- FSA and HSA Options
- 401K Employer Match
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Group Life Insurance
All Team Members:
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Referral Bonuses
- Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Boot Voucher
- Company Provided PPE
- Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance
R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.