Train Crew Member - Guthrie, KY

R.J. Corman Careers•Guthrie, KY

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Accountability: Performs engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment and track maintenance and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient railroad operation. Expected to progress in skill and responsibilities of train operations over time with the eventual goal of becoming the Train Crew Member responsible for locomotive engineering duties. Responsibilities: Assists in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains. Operates equipment according to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including equipment usage and maintenance, safety (FRA and OSHA), and DOT requirements. Will operate track switches, couple cars and work on freight trains in yard operations. Will move, and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains. Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment. Increasing responsibilities expected and required, including the ability to handle locomotive engineering duties. Train Crew Members are subject to random alcohol and drug testing as per the Federal Railroad Administration Guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Driver’s License required.
Must be mechanically inclined, and have basic reading and math skills.
Must have the ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives.
Requires pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
Occasional lifting of at least 80lbs to perform essential job functions.
Must be able to walk long distances over uneven surfaces.

Responsibilities

Assists in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains.
Operates equipment according to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including equipment usage and maintenance, safety (FRA and OSHA), and DOT requirements.
Operate track switches, couple cars and work on freight trains in yard operations.
Move, and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.
Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
Handle locomotive engineering duties.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance ( immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection
Flexible spending account benefits
Paid maternity leave
8 paid holidays
Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
Employee Assistance Program
401K retirement savings plan
Work boot allowance
Employee referral program
Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train
R. J. Corman Railroad Group offers participation in Railroad Retirement for individuals serving in this role.