Train Crew Member - Lagrange, Tx

Looking for a full-time position with potential advancement opportunities in a booming industry? If you enjoy working outside, this is the career for you! Consider joining our team at R.J. Corman Railroad Company! We are seeking dynamic Train Crew Members in LaGrange, TX. If you are ambitious, physically capable, and dependable apply now!

Our Train Crew Members play an important part in keeping our locomotives moving. We will teach you the workings of our trains, as well as the rules and regulations that must be followed to complete the job safely!

Candidate will perform switching, equipment maintenance, and other duties associated with maintaining an efficient switching operation. Work schedule is full time and hours may vary according to customer needs.

Duties:

Observance of Operating and Safety Procedures
These duties include coupling and uncoupling of railcars, lining track switches
Working with facility/plant personnel on coordinating railcar moves
Opening and closing of railcar doors
Operating switch engine
Perform periodic maintenance which includes: adding oil to engine, adding sand and water to engine, lubricating all hinges, replacing all worn dc electric motor brushes within locomotive, changing all filters, adding traction motor grease to motors and removing dirt from electrical cabinets
Book keeping/filing of track and periodic reports
Undergo training to progress to the position of Crew Member in charge of operating locomotive
Perform other switching duties as assigned

Job Requirements:
Excellent safety record
Available to work daily overtime if needed, weekends and holidays included
Ability to lift heavy objects
Ability to comprehend switch moves with railcar numbers
Must demonstrate vision and hearing abilities relevant to performing duties, safely
Must be punctual with good attendance record
Ability to work in all weather conditions

Physical Requirements: Requires pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off of equipment. Occasional lifting of at least 80lbs to perform essential job functions. Must be able to walk long distances over uneven surfaces.

Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following:

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection
Flexible spending account benefits
Paid maternity leave
8 paid holidays
Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
Employee Assistance Program
401K retirement savings plan
Work boot allowance
Employee referral program
Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train

R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free workplace. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.