Train Crew Member - LaGrange, TX

R.J. Corman Careers • La Grange, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a full-time position with potential advancement opportunities in a booming industry? If you enjoy working outside, this is the career for you! Consider joining our team at R. J. Corman Switching Company! We are seeking a dynamic Train Crew Member in LaGrange, TX. If you are ambitious, physically capable, and dependable, apply now!

Requirements

• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures.
• Ability to operate a range of vehicles and machinery in a safe and responsible manner.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Overall willingness to learn new skills.
• Able to perform physical, strenuous work in all weather conditions
• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner, and walking on uneven surfaces such as ballast.
• Requires frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 lbs
• Able to push and pull with up to 150 lbs of force to throw a switch
• Must be able to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Previous railroad or industrial switching experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Operate switches and brakes to ensure trains move safely between tracks.
• Build trains by attaching and detaching freight cars, inspecting trains for rules compliance and order accuracy.
• Ensure working conditions are safe, and proper PPE is being used as required before starting any work.
• Employees must be safety conscious with high regard and awareness of other employees working on and within the parameters of equipment.
• Safely operate both company vehicles and other equipment, following R. J. Corman and Customer safety practices while working in the facility.
• Practice good customer relations with proper radio etiquette and face to face communication to preserve customer satisfaction.
• Practice good co-worker relations to ensure a friendly, efficient work environment and foster “One team, one goal” mentality.
• Maintain facility and equipment to RJ Corman Look Good standards.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• 401K Employer Match
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Group Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Boot Voucher
• Company Provided PPE
• Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

What This Job Offers

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