Switchman - Industrial Rail

Military Veterans and National Guard Reservists are encouraged to apply!

The Basics:

Location: Industrial Rail Operations

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, and holidays)

Equipment Used: Locomotives, railcars, rail switches, air brake systems, and rail operating equipment

Environment: Heavy industrial and rail operations with a strong focus on safety and operational excellence.

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

• Uniforms & PPE Provided: Company-provided uniforms and PPE, including laundering service.
• Boot Allowance: $150 annual steel-toe boot allowance.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid holiday benefits.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
• Safety-First Culture: Work in a highly organized 5S environment with industry-leading safety training and procedures.
• Career Development: Training and certification opportunities to expand your rail operations knowledge and skills.

What you’ll be doing :

• Rail Switching Operations: Safely spot railcars on designated tracks, move empty railcars, and build outbound trains to support customer operations.
• Locomotive Operations: Operate locomotives to perform switching activities and support daily rail movements. Training and certification are provided.
• Railcar Inspections: Conduct visual railcar inspections and perform air brake inspections to ensure safe and compliant rail operations.
• Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in and promote Savage's safety program while following railroad, customer, and company operating procedures.
• Train Building
  
  Activities:
  
  Assist with organizing inbound and outbound rail traffic to support efficient facility operations.
• Operational Coordination: Work closely with team members and customers to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient rail service.

Requirements to be successful:

• Safety Commitment: Strong commitment to safe work practices and compliance with railroad and company safety requirements.
• Training & Certification: Ability to attend and successfully complete all required training, including OSHA, Haz Mat, FRA, and other job-related coursework.
• Basic Maintenance
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to perform basic equipment and rail-related maintenance tasks.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer proficiency for operational documentation and reporting.
• PPE Compliance: Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require.
• Professional Standards: Ability to pass required drug and alcohol testing, background screening, and customer site requirements.
• Communication & Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented and safety-focused environment.
• Driver's License: Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Rail Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  One or more years of railroad, rail switching, or locomotive operating experience.
• Industrial
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience working in manufacturing, refinery, terminal, mining, or other industrial environments.
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Military
  
  Experience:
  
  Previous military experience with a demonstrated ability to follow procedures and work safely in structured environments.

Some physical requirements and working conditions:

• Outdoor Work Environment: Work outdoors in all weather conditions throughout the year.
• Walking & Mobility: Walk more than five miles per shift on uneven terrain and ballast surfaces.
• Working Around Rail Equipment: Safely climb on and off locomotives and railcars as required.
• Working at Heights: Comfortable working at elevated locations when performing rail operations.
• Physical Demands: Lift, carry, and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Industrial Environment: Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast and industrial surfaces for extended periods.

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