Rail Switching Technician-Pasadena, TX
About The Position
Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Rail Switching Technicians in Pasadena to support daily rail switching operations within an industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands-on role critical to the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars to support customer operations and production schedules. This is an FRA-regulated position. A valid driver’s license is required for employment in this role. Rail Switching Technicians are responsible for safely operating locomotives and rail equipment while coordinating railcar movement throughout an industrial facility. This position plays a key role in ensuring railcars are properly switched, placed, secured, and delivered according to operational schedules and customer requirements. This is a physically active outdoor role working in an industrial rail yard environment around locomotives, railcars, heavy equipment, and moving machinery. Employees work closely with crews, site leadership, and customers while following FRA regulations, company operating procedures, and strict safety standards. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Previous rail experience is not required for all candidates, as Railserve provides on-the-job training for qualified individuals. Railserve promotes from within and provides long-term opportunities for advancement in rail operations and leadership.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to work in an FRA-regulated environment
- 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 attendance and reliability required
- Reliable transportation required
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as operationally required
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Nice To Haves
- Military experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Operate electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives
- Perform railcar switching and placement according to operational schedules
- Interpret train orders, signals, and operating procedures
- Inspect locomotives prior to operation
- Operate hand and ground throw switches, derails, and gates
- Control equipment movement using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns
- Couple and uncouple railcars and connect air hoses
- Apply and release hand brakes to secure equipment
- Observe tracks and surroundings for safety hazards or obstructions
- Handle train equipment safely using independent and automatic brakes
- Assist in training new employees as needed
- Complete reports related to delays, incidents, or operational activity
- Lubricate and inspect locomotive components as required
- Wear required personal protective equipment at all times
- Follow FRA regulations, customer requirements, and company safety procedures
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
