Locomotive Engineer

Locomotive Engineer
Decatur, AL
Be the next key member of our Rail Operations as PSC Group is now hiring! Spend your days along the rail tracks and work as a team with the switching crews to safely move railcars in, out and around the facility. This is a regular full-time position so if you are looking for a stable, long-term career in a booming industry, then consider joining the PSC Group family!
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Day Shift, Some Weekends Required
Pay Range: $24.00 - $25.00 an hour based on experience
Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Confer with conductors and other workers via radio-telephones or computers to exchange switching information
• Signal crew members for movement of engines or trains, using lanterns, hand signals, or radios.
• Observe and respond to signals, including color light signals, position signals, torpedoes, and flags.
• Operate engines within railroad yards or other establishments to couple, uncouple, or switch railroad cars.
• Spot cars for loading and unloading at customer locations.
• Inspect engines before and after use to ensure proper operation.
• Apply and release hand brakes.
• Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.

Job Qualifications:

• Experience operating a locomotive
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Why join the PSC team?

• Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
• We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
• The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
• Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.
• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do-how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.