Train Crew Member - Jesup, GA

R.J. Corman Careers•Jesup, GA

3d•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 Jesup, GA. If you are ambitious, physically capable, and dependable, apply now! Accountability: Performs engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment maintenance, and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient switching operation. Expected to progress in skill and responsibilities of train operations over time.

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.
This position does not require supervision of fellow employees.

Nice To Haves

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

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 (OSHA), and DOT requirements.
Operates track switches, couples cars, and works on freight trains, in yard operations and on the road.
Moves and aligns various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.
Reviews instructions from Operations Manager, dispatchers, and yardmasters, and discusses with train crew.
Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
Works with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars.
Increasing responsibilities expected and required, including the ability to handle locomotive engineering duties upon training eligibility.
Train Crew Members are subject to random alcohol and drug testing as per DOT requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.