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Are you looking for an opportunity to grow in the rail industry? Savage is looking for a team member who has rail switching experience and will be responsible to operate a locomotive and switch rail cars in a safe and timely manner within the customers facility in Muscatine, IA.Â
This is a full time position that will allow you toÂenjoy a full package of BENEFITS, including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, retirement plan, paid time off, growth opportunities and life insurance plans and company paid certifications and training.ÂÂ
Click here to apply: https://careers-savageservices.icims.com/jobs/6209/industrial-rail-locomotive-operator-switchman/job
Responsibilities
Operate a locomotive to spot rail cars, unload, and buildÂoutbound trains
Inspect rail cars and perform air brake inspections
Professional interaction and collaborationÂwith other Savage Team MembersÂand customers
Participation in safety training programs, which may require brief and occasionalÂtravel
Assist with maintenance, clean-up, and other duties as assigned
Qualifications
AbilityÂto follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
Ability to pass a skills test on the type of work performing
Dependability in attendance required
AbilityÂto work rotating shift schedule and overtime (including holidays and weekends) when needed
Ability to travel to other sitesÂas neededÂÂ
Education/Experience
Minimum of 1 years experience in rail switchingÂpreferred
High School Diploma or GED equivalentÂ
Vaild Drivers License
ÂPhysical Requirements
Commitment to working safely at all times
Ability to be exposed to the outdoor elements
MustÂbe physically able to do the following:
Climb on and off rail-carsÂand locomotives safely
Operate rail-carÂhand brakes
Operate rail switches
Walk long distances
Consistently bend, stoop, kneel and climb on elevated surfaces
Work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
Lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout the course of a shift
Operate basic hand tools
Wear required PPE
With more than 70 years experience in hundreds of locations across North America and internationally, Savage is a trusted partner for safely moving and managing mission-critical materials with worry-free consistency while creating value for our Customers. Savage specializes in rail, truck and marine transportation, logistics, materials handling and other industrial and environmental services. WeÂHire Right,ÂTrain RightÂandÂTreat Right, and strive to provide our Team Members with opportunities to do things they never dreamed possible.Â
Savage offers competitive benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, a retirement plan, paid time off and opportunities for growth.Â
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.Â
