Switchman

Job Purpose

Switches are responsible for the safe and precise movement of railcars, locomotives, and other rail equipment in the facility and rail yard. They operate track switches and communicate through radio with operators, ground men, supervisors, and leads.

Responsibilities

• Communicate by radio with operator, ground man, supervisors/leads
• Operate track switches
• Read and understand written and oral work instructions
• Able to prioritize workload based on shop needs
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude
• Read precision instruments and gauges
• Read and understand technical drawings and blueprints
• Proven ability to work safely with minimal supervision
• Able to complete work functions with minimal direction
• Previous experience of ATV operation
• Strong communication skills
• Able to work a variety of weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold, rain, snow, and / or humidity
• Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors)

Qualifications and Experience

• Couple/uncouple freight cars
• Lace and apply air brakes to cars
• Pull inbound rail cars and push outbound rail cars
• Throw switches to change direction of tracks
• Apply hand brakes to cars
• Thoroughly complete inbound sheets
• Maintain weeds in and around rail yard by mowing and/or spraying with push or hand trimmer, deck mower operated by tractor or ATV, and ATV sprayer
• Perform preventative maintenance on the locomotive and track

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.