Locomotive Engineer/Conductor/Transloader Full Time NEW

Job description

Gravity Rail LLC. is pleased to offer the position of Engineer/Conductor. This position is to facilitate the movement and switching of railcars in Baytown, TX. Below are the duties and responsibilities of the prescribed position.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely switch railcars and or operate locomotive and perform safe train movement.
• SAFETY: Comply with company and federal safety rules, policies, and procedures to include wearing required safety equipment, responding to, and acting on safety concerns.
• COMMUNICATION: Obtain and receive information and act on oral or written instructions by various communication devices. Monitor and report daily
• TRAIN OPERATION: Climb on/off equipment, set/release hand brakes, couple/uncouple air hoses, ride moving cars by hanging on grab irons or ladders. Observe, interpret, and relay hand, lantern, and other signals for train movement; judge and control speed and clearance distance of cars; distinguish among colors and see at night.
• SWITCHING FUNCTIONS: Operate track switches and derails to change train routing within yards. Check switch points for proper alignment.
• TRAIN AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS: Switch, spot cars, operate locomotive and determine train make-up. Observe and monitor track conditions (e.g., broken rails, defective switches, weather-related problems). Inspect cars per federal regulations. Observe and report on Safety related issues.
• Performs other duties as requested or required

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for the position. These general categories do not necessarily constitute the list of duties of the position.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years of age or older or will be by the anticipated start date.
• Available to work in geographic area indicated
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Work on-call, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, including nights, weekends, holiday. Work may be seasonal for weather or business
• Able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. frequently, 60 lbs. occasionally and up to 90 lbs. infrequently
• Ability to see and interpret hand signals from near and far; visually judge speed and distance of moving objects; see at night; hear, and, with training, distinguish auditory signals
• Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, and pulling
• Able to work on uneven surfaces; frequently climb ladders and get on/off equipment; work at various heights above the ground including on top of locomotives, railcars, and other equipment
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise and fumes; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, lift, walk, stand, sit for extended time; and use hand tools
• Follow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal protective equipment

Education and Experience:

High school education or general education development (GED)

Ability to pass training and required testing

Preferred 1 year or more of Experience

Gravity Rail LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20 – $25 per hour

Start Date: Immediately after cleared prescreening process

website: gravity-rail.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• 9520 East Freeway, Baytown, Texas 77521: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Railroad: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Baytown, TX 77521 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Baytown, TX 77521: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person