Railroad Switchman/Conductor
About The Position
Road & Rail Services is looking for dependable, safety-focused individuals to join our Mulberry, Florida team as a Railroad Switchman / Conductor. This is an active, hands-on position responsible for supporting the safe movement, switching, and placement of railcars throughout an industrial rail operation. Previous railroad experience is helpful, but it is not required. We are willing to train candidates who demonstrate reliability, strong safety awareness, and the ability to learn railroad operating procedures. If you have experience in construction, heavy equipment, manufacturing, agriculture, transportation, logistics, general labor, warehousing, or other outdoor industrial work, your skills may transfer well to this opportunity. This is not a warehouse or climate-controlled position. You will spend your shift working around railcars, locomotives, tracks, and other industrial equipment in changing outdoor conditions.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Dependable transportation to and from the Mulberry facility
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
- Ability to follow detailed safety instructions and operating procedures
- Willingness to learn railroad switching and conductor responsibilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a crew
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the shift
Nice To Haves
- Previous railroad experience is helpful
Responsibilities
- Assist with switching, spotting, and positioning railcars throughout the facility
- Operate manual track switches as required during switching movements
- Communicate with locomotive operators and crew members using radios and approved hand signals
- Couple and uncouple railcars during switching operations
- Inspect tracks, switches, railcars, and surrounding areas for potential hazards
- Help confirm that railcars are properly positioned before completing movements
- Climb railcars and rail equipment as required to perform assigned duties
- Walk significant distances throughout the rail yard, including across ballast and uneven surfaces
- Remain alert to moving rail equipment, vehicles, coworkers, and changing conditions
- Follow all company, customer, and railroad safety procedures
- Immediately report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or other operational concerns
- Maintain required PPE and equipment throughout the workday
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Company-provided PPE
- Annual steel-toe boot allowance
- Ongoing safety and operational training
- Opportunities for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
