Switchman

Come work with us! 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.

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

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included
• $150 / year steel toe boot allowance
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Rotating shift : 12 hour rotating shifts (days / nights / weekends / holidays)

What you will be doing

• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train
• 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

Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman

• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• Ability to perform basic maintenance
• Active Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC card)
• Ability to attend and pass all training associated with job related coursework. This includes but is not limited to : OSHA, HazMat 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
• Clear drug / alcohol test / criminal background check
• Here are some of the physical requirements of this role :
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Comfortable with heights
• Walk 5 miles per day on uneven terrain, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time

Additional Information

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

• Job Family Skilled Player
• Pay Type Hourly

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• Gregory, TX, USA
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Last updated : 2024-06-03