Lake Charles- Operator Helper (Rail

Rail Switching Technician

Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Rail Switching Technicians in Lake Charles, LA to support daily rail switching operations within an industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands-on role critical to the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars that support customer operations and production schedules. This is an FRA-regulated position. A valid driver's license is required for employment.

Rail Switching Technicians are responsible for safely operating locomotives and rail equipment while coordinating railcar movement throughout an industrial facility. This role supports the timely and accurate switching, placement, and movement of railcars while maintaining compliance with company safety procedures and customer operating requirements.

Employees work in active industrial rail yard environments around locomotives, railcars, heavy equipment, and moving machinery. Daily responsibilities include operating switches and brakes, coupling and uncoupling railcars, inspecting equipment, and communicating movement instructions with crews and site leadership.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Strong attendance, communication skills, and a commitment to safety are critical for success in this role.

Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for advancement into Crew Leader, Site Leadership, and other skilled rail operations positions.

Schedule determined by operational needs. Overtime may be required.

$22.00 – $25.00 per hour based on experience.

High school diploma or GED required. Valid driver's license required. This position is regulated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Reliable transportation required. Strong attendance and dependability 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 communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively. Strong attention to detail and situational awareness. Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions. Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process. Military experience is a plus.

Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

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, 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. Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company, customer, and FRA safety procedures.

Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

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.