Switchman

Progress Rail • Alliance, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Switcher is responsible for the safe and precise movement of railcars, locomotives and other rail equipment in the facility and rail yard. Operates track switches and relays communication affecting the movement of such equipment.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude
• Read precision instruments and gauges
• Read and understand technical drawings and blueprints
• Proven ability to work safely with minimal supervision
• Able to complete work functions with minimal direction
• Previous experience of ATV operation
• Must have strong communication skills
• Able to work a variety of weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold, rain, snow, and / or humidity
• Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors)

Responsibilities

• Communicate by radio with operator, ground man, supervisors/lead
• Operation of track switches
• Read and understand written and oral work instructions
• Able to prioritize workload based on shop needs
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies
• Couple/uncouple freight cars
• Lace and apply air brakes to cars
• Pull inbound rail cars and push outbound rail cars
• Throw switches to change direction of tracks
• Apply hand brakes to cars
• Thoroughly complete inbound sheets
• Maintain weeds in and around rail yard by mowing and/or spraying with push or hand trimmer, deck mower operated by tractor or ATV, and ATV sprayer
• Perform preventative maintenance on the locomotive and track

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed