Railroad Switchman Job Listing at Savage in Port Arthur, TX (Job ID 34735)

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. 

The Basics:

Location: Port Arthur, TX (Motiva)

Days/Hours: Monday – Friday 12-hour shifts (DuPont schedule)

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

• A culture that appreciates Team Members
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match.
• Paid Parental and Uniformed Services Leave
• $150 Annual Steel-Toe Boot Allowance
• We provide uniforms and PPE, and we even handle the laundry

What You'll Be Doing:

• The rail locomotive/switch operator is responsible for the daily railcar movement in our customer's Port Arthur, Texas facility.
• This individual will work with two other crew members to safely spot railcars at requested locations and build outbound trains for required pick-up.
• The Switchman is expected to be cross-trained and willing to assist in the different functions performed at the facility.
• Operate a locomotive to spot rail cars on the correct tracks to be unloaded and then take the empty cars and build the outbound train.
• Build outbound trains, inspect rail cars, and perform air brake inspections.
• Should be committed to working safely at all times
• Have the desire to build strong customer relations daily.
• Committed to show up on time on every scheduled work day.
• Understands the importance of good communication with the customer and other Savage employees.
• A willingness to complete any assigned task(s) as long as they have been properly trained.
• A desire to learn the skills necessary to do the job safely and in a way, that adds value to the customer's operation and exceeds their expectations.
• Practice Motiva's 12 Life-Saving Rules.
• Maintain good relations and open communication with coworkers and management via radio and other means

Requirements to Be Successful in This Position:

• This position will report to the Operation Manager
• They will interact with other Savage employees and the customer
• They may have the opportunity to participate in Safety Training Programs which may require travel to Salt Lake City, Utah, or another location
• Willing to, on occasion, travel to other sites to assist them in switching their facilities
• Can read, write, and understand English
• Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Must pass a written and skills test on the type of work that he or she will be performing
• Willing to help with maintenance, clean-up, and anything else that requires attention, as directed by the Operations Manager and or Supervisor
• Dependable and shows up for scheduled work shifts
• Willing to wear required PPE
• Professionally conduct themselves at all times
• Works safely at all times
• Can follow all rules and procedures as outlined by Savage
• Ability to work Holidays and weekends

Preferred Education/Experience:

• High School or GED
• 3-5 years of industry experience

Here Are Some of The Physical Requirements for This Role:

• Switch person will work outdoors every day and as a result will be exposed to the elements
• Must be able to walk long distances, consistently bend, stoop kneel, and climb on elevated surfaces
• The switch person must be physically able to do the following:
• Climb on and off railcars and locomotives safely
• Operate railcar hand brakes
• Operate rail switches
• Must have the ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout a shift
• Should also have the ability to use basic hand tools
• Able to work rotating shift schedules and overtime when needed
• Must understand the oil refining process and culture that comes with it.

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