Train Crew Member (Dover, OH)

R.J. Corman Careers•Dover, OH

20h•Onsite

About The Position

R. J. Corman Railroad Company - Cleveland Line is seeking a Train Crew Member based in Dover, OH. 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.

Requirements

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.
Mobility to participate in frequent travel along the assigned short line and within the region encompassing the operations.
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.
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.

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
This is a Railroad Retirement Position.