Assist in the safe and timely movement of locomotives and train cars by throwing switches, setting brakes, coupling and uncoupling cars, observing for hazards, flagging and signaling, while maintaining proper communication and safety procedures.
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Maintain constant watch over assigned area and equipment, checking continually for operating hazards, malfunctioning or defective equipment, track and track obstructions
Plan the movement of rail cars, giving directions to the locomotive operator
Set track switches properly, set out railcars and pick up rail cars, accordingly
Judge braking and stopping distances in order to give proper radio signals to the locomotive operator for adequate stopping
Must be continually aware of motorists, pedestrians and mobile equipment and crane operations in the work area and provide point protection in the direction of the train movement
Identify the various types of railcars, give consideration to whether or not they are loaded or empty to estimate stopping distance
Responsible for the daily railcar movement within the facility
Work with other crew members to safely spot railcars at requested locations
Receive and follow oral and written instructions from management indicating which cars are to be switched
Review with supervision and locomotive operator of switching orders and which cars are to be moved to specified locations of the yard, using radio, verbal or hand signals
Maintain records, number, origin, destination and cargo of cars switched. Document add / remove seals
Raise coupling lever to couple or uncouple cars, align railcar draw heads to ensure coupling is possible
Throw track switches to facilitate shunting of cars and signal locomotive operator to move cars using radio or arm signals
Assist with loading and unloading process
Open gate and hopper hatches
Identify product inventory
May be required to perform other duties as trained when not assigned to rail operations
Must be able to read and comprehend all Standard Operating Procedures, safety rules, procedures and safety manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, etc., in English
Must be able to complete all required checklists
Must be able to effectively communicate instructions, directions, processes, procedures, etc., in English
Must be able to stay focused and maintain constant awareness of surroundings
Must be able to think and act quickly in responding to emergency and non-emergency situations
Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
May be asked to perform occasional pushing, reaching and overhead work
May be asked to perform occasional tasks that involve lifting
Climb ladder up to hand brake platform to turn handbrake wheel to set car brakes
May be required to walk alongside cars to inspect couplings, air hoses, etc.
May be required to perform tasks that include climbing
May be required to perform work requiring stooping and bending
May be required to perform routine walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending and squatting and negotiating uneven surfaces
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Must be able to place and remove positive track protection devices, as required while assigned to rail.
Must be able to secure and maintaing a Transportation Worker Credential (TWIC) as condition of employment
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Assist in the safe and timely movement of locomotives and train cars by throwing switches, setting brakes, coupling and uncoupling cars, observing for hazards, flagging and signaling, while maintaining proper communication and safety procedures.
Position Requirements
Perform individual switching, flagging, coupling, uncoupling, brake setting
Maintain constant watch over assigned area and equipment, checking continually for operating hazards, malfunctioning or defective equipment, track and track obstructions
Plan the movement of rail cars, giving directions to the locomotive operator
Set track switches properly, set out railcars and pick up rail cars, accordingly
Judge braking and stopping distances in order to give proper radio signals to the locomotive operator for adequate stopping
Must be continually aware of motorists, pedestrians and mobile equipment and crane operations in the work area and provide point protection in the direction of the train movement
Identify the various types of railcars, give consideration to whether or not they are loaded or empty to estimate stopping distance
Responsible for the daily railcar movement within the facility
Work with other crew members to safely spot railcars at requested locations
Receive and follow oral and written instructions from management indicating which cars are to be switched
Review with supervision and locomotive operator of switching orders and which cars are to be moved to specified locations of the yard, using radio, verbal or hand signals
Maintain records, number, origin, destination and cargo of cars switched. Document add / remove seals
Raise coupling lever to couple or uncouple cars, align railcar draw heads to ensure coupling is possible
Throw track switches to facilitate shunting of cars and signal locomotive operator to move cars using radio or arm signals
Assist with loading and unloading process
Open gate and hopper hatches
Identify product inventory
May be required to perform other duties as trained when not assigned to rail operations
Must be able to read and comprehend all Standard Operating Procedures, safety rules, procedures and safety manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, etc., in English
Must be able to complete all required checklists
Must be able to effectively communicate instructions, directions, processes, procedures, etc., in English
Must be able to stay focused and maintain constant awareness of surroundings
Must be able to think and act quickly in responding to emergency and non-emergency situations
Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
May be asked to perform occasional pushing, reaching and overhead work
May be asked to perform occasional tasks that involve lifting
Climb ladder up to hand brake platform to turn handbrake wheel to set car brakes
May be required to walk alongside cars to inspect couplings, air hoses, etc.
May be required to perform tasks that include climbing
May be required to perform work requiring stooping and bending
May be required to perform routine walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending and squatting and negotiating uneven surfaces
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Must be able to place and remove positive track protection devices, as required while assigned to rail.
Must be able to secure and maintaing a Transportation Worker Credential (TWIC) as condition of employment
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