Industrial Rail Switchman Job Listing at Savage in Green River, WY (Job ID 35115)

Description

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.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. 

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

• Starting Pay $26.07
• Opportunities for growth
• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• $350/year steel-toe boot allowance 
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Employee Discount Program 
• Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, 401(k) with match, and profit sharing
• 8-hour night shifts (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 the Savage safety program

Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman    

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• One year or more of Rail Industry experience is a plus
• Ability to perform basic maintenance
• For safety reasons, you must be able to read, write, understand, and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• 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.

·       Here are some of the physical requirements of this role

• Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
• Comfortable with heights
• Walk 5+ miles per day on uneven terrain, etc. 
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. 
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time

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