Crew Leader
Core
Oversee and coordinate daily rail switching activities, ensuring safe movement and placement of railcars to support customer production schedules.
Role type
Hands-on operational crew leader (rail switching)
Builds
Safe and efficient railcar movements and switching operations for industrial customers
Domain
Industrial rail operations / Logistics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Rail switching operations, locomotive operation, crew coordination, safety compliance, equipment inspection, radio communication, hand signals, physical labor, train order interpretation
Preferred skills
Military experience
Technologies
Radio communication systems, rail switching equipment, hand tools
Responsibilities
Operate locomotives and rail equipment; coordinate railcar movements and switching; train new employees on procedures and safety; inspect equipment before operation; couple/uncouple railcars and manage air hoses/brakes; interpret train orders and signals; communicate with yard coordinators and plant personnel; complete operational reports; enforce safety procedures and PPE usage.