Train Engineer

Wayne Farms•Palestine, TX

4d•$43•Onsite

About The Position

Move the train periodically to ensure it’s operating properly. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy. A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms by applying online today.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must have Occupational license-Certified Train Operator.
Excellent diagnostic skills
Basic mechanical skills
Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to fluently communicate effectively both up and down the chain of command and with external customers when needed in a timely and professional manner
Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency
Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
Able to lift 40 lbs or more, utilizing proper lifting techniques.
Able to work in noisy and dusty environments.
Able to stand for long periods of time
Ability to concentrate for long periods

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Perform inspections on the locomotive before and after runs
Safely operate the train between stations
Monitor on-board meters and gauges including air pressure, battery charge, amperage, and train speed
Troubleshoot minor breakdowns
Perform basic train maintenance when required
Identify opportunities for improvement, develop improvement, present to appropriate personnel, and lead or participate in the implementation of improvement
Wear personal protective equipment in all areas where required
Perform additional relevant duties as assigned