Guardian Rail
Description
The general purpose of this position is to perform rail car movements as directed by supervision and/or a switch list.
Responsibilities
Properly interpret railcar switch lists, yard management of tracks, and classification of rail cars.
Maintain accountability and maintenance of all assigned equipment, including trains and hand tools.
Coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations including the makeup or break up of trains, yard switching, and movement schedules.
Properly interpret train orders, signals, and industry rules & regulations.
Complete pre-movement inspection of cars including blue flag protection requirements, and safe status of couplings, air hoses, and handbrakes to ensure safe train operation and movement.
Maintain derailer protection for work areas while switching.
Inspect each car periodically during runs.
Provide direction to workers engaged in yard activities such as coupling, uncoupling cars, and routing traffic.
Observe yard traffic to determine and accommodate proper movement.
Set proper warning signals.
Perform user maintenance checks and complete appropriate checklists.
Participate in nonconformance root cause investigations, corrective actions, and monitoring.
Qualifications
Prior railcar switching experience preferred but not required for candidates with heavy machine operations experience in an industrial setting.
Ability to give full attention to surroundings and communicate clearly to ensure the safe movement of rail assets without harm to individuals or property.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time in outdoor conditions and confined spaces.
Must be able to work at elevated heights.
Must be able to read and comprehend schematics, regulations, and work instructions.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Other
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Rail Transportation
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Responsibilities
Properly interpret railcar switch lists, yard management of tracks, and classification of rail cars.
Maintain accountability and maintenance of all assigned equipment, including trains and hand tools.
Coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations including the makeup or break up of trains, yard switching, and movement schedules.
Properly interpret train orders, signals, and industry rules & regulations.
Complete pre-movement inspection of cars including blue flag protection requirements, and safe status of couplings, air hoses, and handbrakes to ensure safe train operation and movement.
Maintain derailer protection for work areas while switching.
Inspect each car periodically during runs.
Provide direction to workers engaged in yard activities such as coupling, uncoupling cars, and routing traffic.
Observe yard traffic to determine and accommodate proper movement.
Set proper warning signals.
Perform user maintenance checks and complete appropriate checklists.
Participate in nonconformance root cause investigations, corrective actions, and monitoring.
Qualifications
Prior railcar switching experience preferred but not required for candidates with heavy machine operations experience in an industrial setting.
Ability to give full attention to surroundings and communicate clearly to ensure the safe movement of rail assets without harm to individuals or property.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time in outdoor conditions and confined spaces.
Must be able to work at elevated heights.
Must be able to read and comprehend schematics, regulations, and work instructions.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Other
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Rail Transportation
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