Rail Switchman

At Savage Services , we pride ourselves on providing our Team Members with a focus on safety not typically seen in other companies .  You will enjoy working in a 5S environment that is safe to work in and free of clutter while receiving top-notch safety training and procedures to ensure that everyone makes it home every night to their loved ones. Hire Right, Train Right, Treat Right…it’s the Savage way.  

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

·       We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
·       $350/year steel toe boot allowance 
·       Paid Holidays 
·       Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
·       Rotating shift: 12 hour rotating shifts (days / nights / weekends / holidays) 

 
What you will be doing

• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train
• Visually inspect rail cars and perform air brakes inspections
• Cross train and willingness to assist in the different functions performed at the facility
• Operate a locomotive -we provide training and certification!
• Participate in and promote Savage safety program

• Active Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC card)
• Ability to attend and pass all training associated with job related coursework.  This includes but is not limited to:  OSHA, HazMat and FRA related courses.
• One year or more of Rail Industry experience is a plus
• Work experience in an industrial environment
• Ability to perform basic maintenance
• For safety reasons, must be able to read, write and understand, and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• A high school diploma, or equivalent

·       Here are some of the physical requirements of this role

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Comfortable with heights
• Walk 5+ miles per day on uneven terrain, etc. 
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. 
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time