Switching
Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Altoona, PA
•$28 - $29•Onsite
About The Position
Union Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a Switchman at our full-service rail tank car repair shop in Altoona, Pennsylvania to assist in various departments as needed by plant production. We are looking for a 3rd shift Switchman to operate locomotives to move railcars according to a switch list. Rate of pay for the position is $27.84-$28.84 per hour, plus an additional $1.50 per hour for working 3rd shift hours.
Requirements
- Must possess a High School Diploma/GED; or have the ability to successfully complete an on-site basic skills assessment.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have experience in heavy equipment operation.
- Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently.
- Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
- Dependable and reliable to show up for scheduled work shifts including overtime.
- Legally can work in US now & future without sponsorship (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Operates locomotive to transport material and spot rail cars utilizing instructions from a switch list.
- Regularly operates locomotive in a congested area and must use considerable caution to prevent damage to rail cars or accidents to employees.
- Operates switches and directs flow of cars in rail yard.
- Maintains area in a neat and orderly manner and reports work hazards.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company-paid employee life insurance
- Company-paid sickness and accident income
- 401k matching
- Annual safety shoe allowance and prescription safety wear
- Holiday pay
- Vacation
- Marmon employee discount program.
- Rewards for anniversaries
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
