Wichita Terminal Association-(WTA) Switchman - Wichita, KS

BNSF Railway•Wichita, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for safely switching railcars and safe train movement. The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties. This employment opportunity is only for the Wichita Terminal Association, not BNSF Railway. Any current or furloughed employees with BNSF or another Class I railroad that are ultimately selected for this position must resign with their respective road upon being employed by the Wichita Terminal Association.

Requirements

Possess a valid driver’s license
At least 18 years of age, or will be by the anticipated start date listed above
Ability to report for duty at the designated work location in Wichita, KS
Able to work safely in the above working conditions
Able to work the above shift/hours
Ability to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English
Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
Ability to see, learn, and interpret hand signals from near and far; visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light); visually judge speed and distance of moving objects; see at night
Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment
Ability to visually distinguish and differentiate colors of computer display screens
Ability to use hands and use hand tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling
Ability to climb ladders and get on/off equipment
Ability to work at various heights above the ground including on locomotives, railcars and other equipment
Ability to bend, lift, walk and stand occasionally with breaks
Ability to sit frequently with breaks
Follow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal protective equipment

Nice To Haves

Any current or furloughed employees with BNSF or another Class I railroad that are ultimately selected for this position must resign with their respective road upon being employed by the Wichita Terminal Association.

Responsibilities

Obtain and receive information and act on oral or written instructions by various communication devices
Monitor and report daily work
Climb on/off equipment, set/release hand brakes, couple/uncouple air hoses, remove/replace broken railcar knuckle, ride moving cars by holding onto grab irons or ladders
Observe, interpret and relay hand, lantern, and other signals for train movement
Judge and control speed and clearance distance of cars
Operate track switches and derails to change train routing within yards or on road
Check switch points for proper alignment
Switch, spot cars and determine train make-up
Observe and monitor track conditions (e.g. broken rails, defective switches, weather-related problems)
Inspect cars per federal regulations
Observe and report on passing train conditions