Switchman - Industrial Rail

Overview

Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation. Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.

• We provide Uniforms and PPE (laundering included)
• $150/year Steel Toe Boot Allowance
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing and 401(k) with match

• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train
• Classification of inbound train
• Interaction with class one railroad
• Daily spot and pull with Ironhorse
• Visually inspect rail cars and perform air brakes inspections
• Cross train and willingness to assist in the different functions performed at the facility
• Operate a locomotive - we provide training and certification
• Participate in and promote Savage safety program/SHAPS

• Requires 3-5 years of switching experience
• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• Ability to perform basic maintenance
• Active Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC card)
• Ability to attend and pass all training associated with job related coursework. This includes but is not limited to: OSHA, Haz Mat and FRA related courses
• Ability to travel to other sites to assist in switching and training requirements
• Willingness to wear required PPE
• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
• Work experience in an industrial environment
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Clear drug / alcohol test / criminal background check
• Physical requirements:
  
  ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, comfortable with heights, walk 5+ miles per day on uneven terrain, lift up to 50 lbs, and work on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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