Rail Switching Technician

PSC Group • Schroon Lake, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PSC Group is urgently hiring dependable, safety-minded individuals to join their Rail Switching team. This full-time position involves working outdoors to safely move railcars within an industrial facility, supporting day-to-day operations in a critical logistics role. The company offers paid training, great benefits, and long-term career opportunities with a focus on internal promotion. It is a hands-on job in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Requirements

• Requires a valid Driver’s License
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required

Nice To Haves

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus

Responsibilities

• Reviews track lists to identify and organize railcars for spotting, separating, loading, or outbound movement
• Ensures railcars are properly connected and secured by setting brakes and verifying couplings
• Separates loaded cars for shipment from preloaded or empty railcars
• Weighs inbound and outbound cars to confirm compliance with weight limits
• Performs additional duties as needed, including supporting basic maintenance activities, to ensure support safe and efficient rail operations

Benefits

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs
• On-Demand Pay, giving you early access to earned wages and more financial flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed