What are the responsibilities and job description for the RAILROAD OPERATIONS position at Grand Bellevue Rail Dining Experience?
Newport and Narragansett Bay Railroad (NNBR) is hiring for Railroad Operations
About us:
The NNBR is a tourist and heritage railroad based in Portsmouth, RI operating over 15 miles of isolated track on Aquidneck Island. Operating for over 30 years as a dinner train and tourist operation and currently operate the Grand Bellevue dining train, as well as other excursions. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and are looking to expand our operations team.
Railroad Operations team members are responsible for the safe operation of scheduled trains and all related duties.
NNBR is willing to provide training to operate locomotives and railroad equipment, and prior railroad experience is considered a plus. This is a unique railroad role with a set schedule and a great home/life balance. If you have a positive attitude, enjoy working in a team environment as well as working independently throughout the day, and have excellent time management and task-planning skills, we would like to meet with you!
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Safely manage train operations for our guests and staff.
-Perform all required inspections of equipment/brake tests/operating procedures and complete
all related paperwork.
-Operate locomotives and other railroad equipment.
-Set up power supplies, and fill water tanks of passenger cars to ensure proper railcar
operations.
-Safely switch railcars and spot train equipment in correct positions.
-Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, company, and railroad rules.
-Be able to clearly communicate with all departments.
-Be able to assist with maintenance of railroad track and equipment as needed.
-Other rail operation duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
-Ability to work in all weather conditions.
-Must be able to work Saturdays.
-Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.
-Ability to pass a physical, pre-employment drug and alcohol test and criminal background
check
-Must be able to lift 50lbs and climb stairs and ladders as duties require.
-Must be over 18 years old.
-Must have dependable transportation and current/valid Driver’s license
Job Type: Full-time and Part time opportunities
Pay: Range based on Experience
SCHEDULE:
**Tuesday through Saturday
**Mandatory Thursday - Saturday Evening Scheduled Shift
**8-hour shifts
**All Major holidays off
**No on-call requirements
**Winter paid time off
Work Location: In person (Portsmouth, RI based)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
- Paid training
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
Ability to Relocate:
- Portsmouth, RI 02871: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person