Train Crew Member - Dayton, TX

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in Dayton, TX. Accountability: Performs engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment and track maintenance and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient railroad operation. Expected to progress in skill and responsibilities of train operations over time. Responsibilities: * Assists in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains. * Operates equipment according to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including equipment usage and maintenance, safety (FRA and OSHA), and DOT requirements. * Will operate track switches, couple cars and work on freight trains in yard operations and on the road. * Will move and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains. * Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with train crew * Multi-tasking - must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment. * Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars * Increasing responsibilities expected and required, including the ability to handle locomotive engineering duties. * Train Crew Members are subject to random alcohol and drug testing as per the Federal Railroad Administration Guidelines. * Performs other duties as assigned. Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience: * Preferred to have active FRA Engineer certification. * Must be mechanically inclined and have basic reading and math skills. Must have the ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives. * Must have driver's license. Physical Requirements: * Able to perform physical strenuous work * Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner * Requires frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching * Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 lbs * Able to push and pull with up to 150 lbs of force Environmental Conditions: Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment. Frequent exposure to weather elements: appropriate PPE required. Benefits: R. J. Corman Railroad Company is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R. J. Corman offers the following: * Railroad Retirement benefits * Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment) * Company paid life insurance * Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance * Voluntary identity theft protection * Flexible spending account benefits * Paid maternity leave * 8 paid holidays * Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment) * Employee Assistance Program * 401K retirement savings plan * Work boot allowance * Employee referral program * Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.

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