Switchman- Railyard Worker

Kansas City, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Company / Benefits Overview:

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100 individual freight railroads and 4000 employees across North America we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2000 customers.

This position does NOT pay into Railroad Retirement

At G&W we live by our Core Values: Safety Service Integrity Respect Transparency Accountability Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay a comprehensive benefits package and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

Medical Dental Vision & Telehealth
Life Insurance
Optional benefit coverages for Accident Critical Illness Hospital ID Theft & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
On the Job Training
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
And more!

* Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

Job Summary:

As a Switchman youll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is delivered to our customers efficiently. We will provide you with hands-on and classroom training to set a strong foundation for a long-term career. Youll work outdoors in all weather conditions tackling new challenges each day while ensuring we meet our customers needs. This is a physically active position with real opportunities for growth and advancement in a complex and dynamic environment.

See our employees in action to learn more at with all federal state and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations

Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer mentor or supervisor

Communicate with customers and team members using oral written hand signals lantern signals or radio instructions to coordinate train or railcar movement

Operator: operate track switches to determine the route of the train or rail equipment

Evaluate plan and complete all assigned work safely and efficiently

Climb on and off equipment and walk the length of the train or rail yard to support train operations

Apply or release hand brakes on railcars multiple times a day to control movement

Read and understand the rule books and other written or printed material

Inspect the condition of railcars in movement and while stationary

Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars

Utilize basic computer skills proficiently for electronic reporting and train documentation

Perform other duties as assigned: laborer etc.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights holidays weekends and on-call as needed
Outdoor work in all weather conditions working up to a 12-hour shift
Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
Able to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry short distances
Able to squat bend and lift overhead
Have good balance and coordination
Must meet vision requirements

Skills and Experience:

2 years of related or relevant work experience is a plus
Effective communication skills both written and verbal
Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment is a plus
Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment

Required Education and Credentials:

High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
Valid drivers license
At least eighteen years of age

Employment Requirements:

Pre-employment physical hearing and vision medical review
May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history

Relocation:

Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other protected status protected under federal state or local laws.

Company / Benefits Overview:Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100 individual freight railroads and 4000 employees across North America we provide transportation...