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SalaryDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
As Train Crew Member
- Build the Train from the data that is provided by the Operations Manager or Superintendent / Switch cars as directed by Shop Foreman
- Throw Switches to move Locomotive / Train from Track to Track.
- Secure or release hand brakes on Rail Cars, prior to or after movement.
- Perform an Air Brake Test for each Track of Rail Cars prior to movement.
- Coupling and Uncoupling Rail Cars as Needed to build Train.
- Observe All Rules in the General Code of Rules (GCOR).
- Observe All Rules under the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) under the Code of Federal RegulationsCFR Title 49, Parts 100 – 400. (Title 49 / Transportation).
- Observe All Rules under the Association of American Railroads (AAR) Field and Office Manuals for Interchange.
- Attend the United States Army Transportation School Course for Rail Crew Members within the first year of employment. (80 Hour Course).
As Railroad Employee
- Perform Car Repair Maintenance on Rail Cars. This could include the changing of Brakes Shoes, Air Hoses, Knuckle Pins, Vent Protectors, and various other parts or components of a Rail Car.
- Perform Track Maintenance: Gauging Track, Replacing Cross Ties / Switch Ties, Replacing Pieces of Rail, Replacing Track Bolts/Washers/Nuts.
- Perform simple Signal Light Maintenance of Railroad Signaled Crossings.
- Use of Cutting Torch / Welder during various type of repairs.
- Perform Housekeeping of the Shop, Tool Shed, Trucks and Locomotives.
- Activate Signaled Crossings and Remove De-Rail (In Truck) when not Assigned as part of the Train Crew for the Day.
- Run Crossings (In Truck) when not Assigned as part of the Train Crew for the Day.
- Turn off Signaled Crossings and Apply De-Rail (In Truck) when not Assigned as part of the Train Crew for the Day.
- Perform any necessary maintenance on Trucks or Locomotives.
- Any / All additional duties that could be assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess a Valid Driver's License.
- Pass any / all physicals or drug tests.
- The Physical Ability / strength to perform all necessary duties.
