Rail Switching Technician
Core
Operate locomotives and switches to move railcars safely and efficiently at industrial facilities.
Role type
entry-level rail switching technician
Builds
safe and efficient railcar movement for industrial customers
Domain
rail transport / industrial logistics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
locomotive operation, switching operations, trackside equipment operation, air brake management, hand brake application, railcar coupling/uncoupling, hazard monitoring, PPE compliance, radio/hand signal communication, basic maintenance, physical lifting
Preferred skills
problem-solving, teamwork, reliability, willingness to learn
Technologies
locomotive controls, switches, derails, gates, trackside equipment, radio communication
Responsibilities
inspect locomotives for fuel and supplies, operate throttle and air brakes, interpret train orders and signals, move railcars using switches and controls, couple/uncouple railcars and manage air hoses, apply/release hand brakes, monitor track conditions and report hazards, assist in training new employees, perform basic maintenance and lubrication tasks
Seniority
entry-level, hands-on IC