Montgomery VPC Team - Rail Switching (MA)

Glovis•Montgomery, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rail Switching role will be responsible for inspection, repairs, testing, and pre-trip of empty and loaded rail cars. They will also direct locomotive operator in the maneuvering and position of rail car for loading and shipment in accordance to the Association of American Railroads standards, Federal Railroad Administration laws, Hyundai Glovis Transportation and Handling Manual and Hyundai Glovis Rail Safety and Operating Procedures Manual.

Requirements

Basic PC skills to input and review vehicle processing information Required
Attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination to operate vehicles while watching surroundings to maximize safety Required
Ability to follow and understand written and verbal instructions Required
Ability to sit, stand, or walk or several hours at a time Required
Ability to adhere to company and safety policies and procedures Required
Ability to work under extreme weather conditions Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D Required

Responsibilities

Perform in a safe manner; always adhering to all FRA operating rules, AAR rules and Hyundai Glovis Transportation and Handling Manual, and Hyundai Glovis Rail Safety and Operating Procedures Manual
Pass a operating rules class within 2 months of hire
Measure distance between rail car junctions to AAR standards
Follow Blue Flag signal law
Properly operate manual track switches and derails
Inspect tracks for serviceability and report abnormalities
Communicate with locomotive operator and van drivers (rail loading team leads)
Report all hazard/injuries/near misses to supervisor
Ensure tools and equipment are being utilized in the manner they were designed to be used
Maintain equipment, tools, and vehicle in good working standard
Report to supervisor any defective tools, equipment, track
Maintain records of rail cars inspected and pre-trip
Turn in any records to rail clerk for processing and storage
Follow all safety procedures
Have a good understanding of daily tasks, and performing it in safe productive manner, without errors
Read and interpret destinations on track sheet
Maintain records of rail cars spotted for loading and taken out for CSX pick up
Conduct air tests on rail cars set out for pickup by CSX
Ascend and descend rail car ladder (using 3 points of contact), as necessary
Blocking rail cars in tracks
Perform other duties assigned
Clean up of work area and out of work area
When needed assign to perform other departmental duties
Lock out switches
Ability to work in a team setting. Taking the initiative to perform duties
Daily bleeding air out from yard air compressor
Drive company vehicle
Operated manual track switches
Observe and ensure tracks are not being fouled or obstructed by other equipment or personnel

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
100% Company Paid Employee Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
14 paid Company Holidays
80 Hours of Vacation
40 Hours of Sick
401K w/ GENEROUS Match
Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
Eligible for Auto Allowance
Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month
Eligible to Receive Referral Bonuses
Team Wear
Eligible for Discretionary Bonus Annually
Years of Service Awards, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent Employee Appreciation Events & More!!