Train Crew Member - Osceola, AR

R.J. Corman Careers•Osceola, AR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Candidates will perform switching, equipment maintenance, rule compliance and other duties associated with maintaining an efficient and safe switching operation. The work schedule is full time and hours may vary according to customer needs (operations are 24/7). 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 RJ 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.

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

Operate switches and brakes to ensure trains move safely between tracks.
Build trains by attaching and detaching freight cars, inspect trains for rules compliance and order accuracy.
Ensure working conditions are safe, and proper PPE is being used as required before starting any work.
Safely operate both company vehicles and other equipment, following RJ 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 (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