Rail Switching Technician
Core
Operate locomotives and rail equipment to safely move, switch, and place railcars within industrial facilities.
Role type
Rail Switching Technician
Builds
Safe movement and placement of railcars supporting customer production schedules
Domain
Industrial rail operations / Heavy equipment
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
locomotive operation, railcar coupling/uncoupling, switch operation, brake control, equipment inspection, radio communication, hand signals, heavy lifting, outdoor work in varying weather
Preferred skills
military experience
Responsibilities
Operate locomotives and rail equipment, perform railcar switching and placement, interpret train orders and signals, inspect locomotives, operate switches and derails, control equipment movement via radio/hand signals, couple/uncouple railcars and connect air hoses, apply/release hand brakes, observe tracks for hazards, assist in training new employees, complete operational reports, lubricate and inspect components, wear PPE, follow safety procedures