Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters supervises and coordinates activities of switch-engine crew engaged in switching railroad cars within yard of railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate loading and unloading of trains. Required to complete specific trade school courses and possess necessary certifications. Being a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Works under general supervision. Additionally, Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY:
The incumbent will assist in the transloading process between railcars and trucks. This will require climbing railcars, opening hatches, placing and removing hoses, coordinating and communicating with truck drivers and supervising the transloading of product. This person will cross-train as a railroad conductor and be responsible for operating track switches, coupling and uncoupling cars, and performing other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the mainline. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions that indicates the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position involves performing heavy work, lifting up to 100 pounds; frequent or constant bending, reaching and climbing. Must have excellent eye-hand coordination as well as ability to grasp. Able to operate common and specialized hand tools in performing assigned tasks. Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time; walking about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for longer distances; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or moving about on uneven and/or slippery ground or equipment.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment Physical and Drug Screen. Must poses at least 20/40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses. An average hearing threshold (in the better ear) of 40 decibels at 500 HZ 1000 HZ and 2000 HZ, aided or unaided. Must be able to recognize and distinguish colors displayed by signals, signs, etc.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The location of work performed (out-of-doors) and the tools and material used in the surrounding work-place, expose the incumbent to the following conditions on a regular basis; Weather, noise (from Locomotives, air compressors and other noisy equipment), vibrations, dust, pollen (seasonal exposure to ragweed and other vegetation).
The job requires the individual to follow standard safety procedures, be alert, and take necessary precautions (e.g., wearing/using protective clothes and equipment) to avoid possible injuries or health problems that may result from:
- walking on irregular ground
- climbing railcars
- exposure to irritants/chemicals
- working on/around moving equipment and other types of equipment
- working at heights and elevations.
- exposure to extreme cold and heat for periods of more than one hour.
- subject to noise; causes worker to shout in order to be heard.