ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with locomotive engineer and train crewInspect all equipment on cars prior to departuresReceive and transmit information by radio and telephoneRead and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch listsAssist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hosesWork with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of carsMaintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safetyComprehend color and/or hand signals and systemsQuickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positionsQuickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to visual symbols, signals and displays (sound, light, picture, etc.)Additional duties as assigned.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Verifiable High School diploma/GED18 years of age or olderValid Driver's License2 years verifiable work experience and/or college. Previous rail industry experience strongly preferred.No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 yearsOutside work experienceExperience working on an on-call basisExperience working varying shift schedulesExperience operating heavy equipmentMechanical experienceCOMPETENCIES: Verbal comprehension Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.Communication skills Provide clear instructions/directions.Reasoning skills Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.Time ManagementValues time and manages time effectively. Effectively prioritizes and can manage a broad range of activitiesPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 80 poundsReach/handle/finger/feelStoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climbWork in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward placesRide on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of timeWalk long distances over uneven terrainDemonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspectionMust meet color vision requirements as described in the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) RegulationsWork safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuriesWear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glassesWork hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulationWork hours may be based on seniority - new hires will work primarily nights, weekends, and holidayMust report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule.Complete annual training and pass safety operating rules examinationFederal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcoholMust pass all required assessmentsMust pass a background screeningMay require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities testStrict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time frame, or failure to accept a call for workAdvance to engineer position when required, based on seniorityWork outside in all weather conditions.ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL:50%-75%SAFTEY:Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility. We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day - regardless of their role in the Company. Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others. "The Patriot Way."At Patriot, we value our relationships - with our customers, employees, shareholders, communities and other stakeholders. We know that safety, integrity, reliability, ethical behavior and exceptional customer service are critical to building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Everyone at Patriot - from the mailroom to the boardroom - embraces those values. More importantly, as a team, we make it our business to demonstrate them in everything we do. It's "The Patriot Way." Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Patriot Rail Company