Train Crew Member - Westlake, LA

About the role

R.J. Corman Railroad Switching is seeking safety minded people to join our team. Train Crew is an entry level position performing assigned duties to assist in an efficient railroad operation. Expected to progress in skill and responsibilities of train operations over time with the eventual goal of becoming a Conductor.

Responsibilities

• Assists in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains.
• Operates equipment according to company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Will operate track switches, couple cars and work on trains in yard operations.
• Will move and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.
• Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars.
• Increasing responsibilities expected and required, including the ability to handle Conductor duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be safety minded and have basic reading and math skills.
• Must have the ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives.
• Must be able to give and receive instructions over radio.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Able to perform physical strenuous work.
• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner.
• Requires frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80lbs.
• Able to push and pull with up to 150lbs of force.
• Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
• Frequent exposure to weather elements.
• Must be able to successfully pass background, drug test and physical capacity test.

Benefits

• Full-Time Team Members: Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
  • 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
  • Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • FSA and HSA Options
  • 401K Employer Match
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Group Life Insurance
• All Team Members:
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Annual Boot Voucher
  • Company Provided PPE
  • Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance