3rd Shift Apprentice Switching Operator

GATX • Terre Haute, IN

1d • $51,300 - $57,700

About The Position

The Apprentice Switching Operator is responsible for moving and spotting railcars safely and in a timely manner according to operational needs. The role works with the Repair Center Manager, ME, other key roles, and production to plan and execute the movement and placement of cars in the plant, yard, and work centers. The operator maintains switching equipment according to preventive maintenance schedules and may assist with railcar repair or other maintenance when needed.

The position interacts with supervisors, EHS and Quality personnel, railroad agents, and customers. Its primary area of impact is the safe and timely movement of railcars to meet production needs. Decisions are made within the switching policies established at the location, and the role has no direct reports. GATX provides switching training and development. The position is third shift, Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of GATX Switching certification, or ability to complete it shortly after hiring.
• Ability to walk for extended periods, possibly more than eight hours per day.
• Ability to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions.
• Ability to perform overhead work for extended periods.
• Ability to lift vertically up to 85 pounds from the ground.
• Ability to push or pull horizontally up to 140 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
• Ability to work in extreme temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Repair Center Manager, ME, and other key roles to efficiently move, switch, and spot railcars in the plant and/or yard.
• Work with production to create and execute plans for moving and placing cars in the yard and work centers.
• Maintain switching equipment according to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Assist with plant railcar repair work or other maintenance when necessary.
• Move and spot railcars safely and in a timely manner according to operational needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and growth opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with benefit eligibility beginning on day one.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employer-paid pension plan.
• Paid sick leave and paid vacation.
• Continuous training and development.
• Annual bonus.
• The position may be eligible to participate in the company’s short-term and long-term incentive plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED