Rail Engineer
About The Position
This position is Overnigh Monday - Friday 7:30pm - 6:30 am Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers. Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
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, higher education is a plus
- Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds
- Minimum 1 year of rail engineering and 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.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pre and post trip inspections on locomotives to ensure the unit is in proper working condition each day.
- Operate locomotive in accordance with company and FRA policies.
- Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train.
- Safely and efficiently switch cars through the railyard to meet the needs of production.
- Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary
- 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
- Follow OSHA safety standards and wear required PPE
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
