Crew Leader

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • USA_PA_Remote, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Railserve is hiring a dependable, safety-focused Crew Leader to oversee and coordinate daily rail switching operations in an industrial rail environment. This full-time, hands-on leadership role combines rail switching duties with crew coordination, employee training, and operational oversight. The Crew Leader works alongside the team to operate locomotives, coordinate railcar movements, maintain safe working conditions, and communicate with site leadership and customer personnel. The role requires ensuring that work is completed safely and efficiently in accordance with company and customer operating requirements. Railserve offers opportunities for advancement into Site Leadership and other operational leadership positions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attendance and dependability.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process.

Nice To Haves

• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily rail switching activities to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Plan, assign, and coordinate work activities for rail switching crew members.
• Provide employees with daily direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Train new employees on operating procedures, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Operate locomotives and rail equipment safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate the timely switching, movement, and placement of railcars.
• Interpret train orders, railroad signals, operating rules, and switching schedules.
• Communicate operational progress regularly with yard coordinators, site leadership, and customer personnel.
• Coordinate railcar movements with plant personnel to meet production and operational requirements.
• Operate hand and ground throw switches, derails, and gates.
• Control equipment movement using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns.
• Couple and uncouple railcars and handle air hoses and wheel chocks.
• Apply and release hand brakes to secure equipment.
• Observe tracks and surrounding areas for obstructions, defects, or safety hazards.
• Inspect locomotives and rail equipment before operation.
• Assist with routine locomotive maintenance and lubrication as needed.
• Complete reports related to accidents, delays, unscheduled stops, and operational activities.
• Ensure employees follow required safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Perform additional operational duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance.
• Company-paid sickness and accident income.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement.
• Prescription safety wear.
• Holiday pay.
• Vacation.
• Marmon employee discount program.

What This Job Offers

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