Train Crew Member - Ardmore, OK

R.J. Corman Careers • Ardmore, OK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

R. J. Corman Switching Company is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in the Ardmore, OK area. 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).

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 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 R. J. 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

What This Job Offers

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