Rail Conductor

Interstate Waste Servicesβ€’Amsterdam, OH
β€’$23β€’Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services (IWS) is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut markets, with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is dedicated to delivering high-quality waste, recycling, and environmental services while prioritizing the safety of its employees, customers, and communities. Serving a diverse clientele including industrial, medical, commercial, and residential customers, IWS was founded in 1998 and has grown through acquisitions, maintaining the values of a family-run business alongside its large-company resources.

Requirements

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • Ability to utilize technology in the form of a tablet and/or computer
  • High school/GED education completed
  • Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds
  • Minimum 1 year of rail conducting experience
  • Able to work in an outdoor environment on a constant basis while being exposed to variable weather conditions, temperatures, chemicals, dust, fumes, smells, and loud noises.

Nice To Haves

  • higher education is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes
  • Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train
  • Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties
  • Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary
  • Couple air connections between railcars and railcar movers when making up trains
  • Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
  • Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
  • Monitor track conditions and report any issues
  • Perform ER checks utilizing technology in the form of a tablet and/or computer for all arriving and departing trains
  • Follow OSHA safety standards and wear required PPE
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