What are the responsibilities and job description for the Train Conductor/Switchman position at Iron Horse Terminals?
Iron Horse Terminals Beaumont Yard is looking for individuals to who are motivated and looking to take on a variety of roles at this new/growing facility. The train conductor/switchman will be expected to coordinate and control train movements while switching the rail yard in a safe and efficient manner. Duties will include train movements as either conductor or engineer, switching, inspecting, coupling and uncoupling cars, operating the locomotive and maintaining equipment as necessary. This position is a manual labor position which requires that the individual become proficient in the following skills, duties, and requirements within a prescribed training and introductory period.
- Company-paid HMO health insurance for employee
- Opportunities to move up
- PTO and paid Holidays; 1.5x for working on Holiday
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the FRA
- Operate locomotive, inspect equipment on cars and use radio communications to control train movement
- Move trains safely in the yards and over the road
- Couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars
- Maintain awareness of the surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
- Review instructions from Trainmaster and discuss with crew members to coordinate execution of railcar switch list in a safe and efficient manner
- Communicate with other parties in yard setting using proper hand signals and/or radio communication protocol
OTHER DUTIES
- Report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule
- Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
- Wear required protective equipment such as: vests, hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses
- Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Applicants MUST be a licensed engineer, conductor, or adequately experienced to be immediately certified
- High school education/GED
- Aptitude in the Transportation field and demonstrated desire to learn
- Demonstrate exceptional sound judgment when complying and interpreting railroad rules, regulations and instructions and complying with FRA.
- Pass job and health-related examinations including: operating rules examination, vision and hearing test
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
- Effectively communicate and demonstrate interpersonal skills with all level of employees and business associates in a clear concise and professional manner
- Demonstrate problem-solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution on routinely programmed work
- Professional integrity and accountability
- Work in fast-paced collaborative environment
Experienced applicants only.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person