Rail Switching Technician-Magna, UT

Job Summary

Railserve, a division of Marmon Holdings, is hiring dependable and safety-focused Rail Switching Technicians in Magna to support daily rail switching operations within an industrial rail environment. The position is full‑time, hands‑on, and critical to the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars to support customer operations and production schedules.

Safely operate locomotives and rail equipment while coordinating railcar movement throughout an industrial facility. Support the timely and accurate switching, placement, and movement of railcars while maintaining compliance with company safety procedures and customer operating requirements.

• Operate electric, diesel‑electric, or gas‑turbine‑electric locomotives
• Perform railcar switching and placement according to operational schedules
• Interpret train orders, signals, and operating procedures
• Inspect locomotives prior to operation
• Operate hand and ground throw switches, derails, and gates
• Control equipment movement using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns
• Couple and uncouple railcars and connect air hoses
• Apply and release hand brakes to secure equipment
• Observe tracks and surroundings for safety hazards or obstructions
• Handle train equipment safely using independent and automatic brakes
• Assist in training new employees as needed
• Complete reports related to delays, incidents, or operational activity
• Lubricate and inspect locomotive components as required
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times
• Follow company operating procedures and safety requirements
• Perform additional operational duties as assigned

• Day shift
• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on operational needs

$24.00 – $26.00 per hour

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials
• Strong attendance and reliability required
• Reliable transportation required
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions
• Must successfully complete a physical, drug screen, and background check
• Military experience is a plus

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company‑paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company‑paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

• Outdoor industrial rail yard environment
• Exposure to locomotives, railcars, heavy equipment, moving machinery, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions
• Moderate to heavy physical labor required
• Frequent walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, and lifting
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Strict compliance with company and customer safety standards required

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.