Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs in Nevada

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)

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Railroad Construction Foreman
  • American Track
  • Henderson, NV FULL_TIME
  • Description

    POSITION SUMMARY:


    The Foreman is responsible for ensuring that everything goes smoothly at a construction site. They are responsible for being the point of contact between the laborers and superintendent.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    1. Oversee and ensure that all safety rules are being followed at all sites at all times
    2. Develop work schedules in accordance with the availability of employees, contractors and labor laws and monitor the personnel
    3. Report project status to superiors, site engineers and officials regularly
    4. Be the liaison between track laborers and superintendents
    5. Resolve conflicts or miscommunication that may happen on-site quickly and amicably
    6. Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the crew and contractors


    Requirements

    Job Requirements


    • Must be 18 years of age or older
    • Previous experience as a construction superintendent in heavy civil industry
    • Knowledge of local quality, safety, and health guidelines for construction job sites
    • Must have a great attitude and the ability to motivate team members on site
    • In-depth understanding of construction operations and processes
    • Understanding of use and maintenance of electrical and hydraulic systems
    • Ability to communicate and report effectively
    • Accountability and integrity are essential as the decisions made in the role affect countless others
    • Willing to work in the elements in all weather conditions (extreme hot, cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc.)
    • Recognize, avoid, and report potential hazards
    • Must pass all required assessments/trainings
    • Willing and able to travel to various job sites, including those that require overnight stay and those that require short notice mobilization
    • Available to work full-time (40hrs/wk.) subject to overtime, on-call (24/7), alternating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
    • American Track is a drug-free Company, employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
    • High school diploma or certification in a skilled trade a plus
    • Fluent in English; Spanish a plus


    PHYSICAL DEMANDS


    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.




    Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.


  • 6 Days Ago

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Railroad Laborer (Trackman)
  • American Track
  • Henderson, NV FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionBuild your career with an innovative and sustainable railroad maintenance and construction team at American Track! Our company is rapidly growing, and we have plenty of opportunities availa...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Railroad Crossing Technician
  • DeAngelo Contracting Services
  • Carson, NV FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionDCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructur...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Railroad Track Laborer
  • American Track
  • Henderson, NV FULL_TIME
  • Railroad Trackman Build your career with an innovative and sustainable railroad maintenance and construction team! Our company is rapidly growing, and we have plenty of opportunities available for acc...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Track Laborer-Driver Eligible
  • Union Pacific Railroad Company
  • Caliente, NV FULL_TIME
  • Reference Number: 708Department: EngineeringClosing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.Rate of Pay: $29.64/hr.Most communications will be done electronically. Please check email, ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Accounting Clerk
  • Railroad Pass Hotel & Casino
  • Henderson, NV FULL_TIME
  • The Accounting Clerk is responsible for a variety of accounting tasks, including Accounts Payable, and provides clerical support to the Accounting Team. All duties are to be performed in accordance wi...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Assistant Conductor
  • karier.co
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Assistant Conductor** NJ Transit - Newark, NJ Job details Job Type Full-time Full Job Description **Forbes List of Ame...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Crew - La Grande, OR
  • Union Pacific Railroad Company
  • La Grande, OR
  • Reference Number: 801 Department: Transportation Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. Most c...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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**$5,000 SIGNING BONUS** Train Conductor - Ottumwa, IA (Class Date: March 2022)
  • Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
  • * Req ID: 89340 * Department: Operations Southern Division * Job Type: Full-Time * Position Type: Union * Location: Ottu...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor - Noyes, MN
  • Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
  • ** Train Conductor - Noyes, MN** * Req ID: 81344 * Department: Operations Southern Division * Job Type: Full-Time * Posi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor - St. Paul, MN
  • Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
  • **Conductor Training Class - No Experience Required!** Canadian Pacific (CP) is currently hiring Conductor Trainees for ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Conductor
  • Acp Advisornet
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • CompanyIndiana & Ohio Railway Company (IORY) Industry Operations & Logistics Location Cincinnati , OH SUMMARY: The perso...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Railway Conductor
  • J.D. Irving, Limited
  • ** Railway Conductor** **** New **Maine Northern Railway** is currently seeking applications for a **Railway Conductor**...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Conductor
  • Herzog Contracting Corp.
  • location TransitAmerica Services, Inc./Alternate Concepts Inc. a Joint Venture (TASI/ACI) is currently seeking **a Condu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Nevada is almost entirely within the Basin and Range Province, and is broken up by many north-south mountain ranges. Most of these ranges have endorheic valleys between them, which belies the image portrayed by the term Great Basin. Much of the northern part of the state is within the Great Basin, a mild desert that experiences hot temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter. Occasionally, moisture from the Arizona Monsoon will cause summer thunderstorms; Pacific storms may blanket the area with snow. The state's highest recorded temperature was 125 °F (52 °C) in Laughlin (e...
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Income Estimation for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs
$43,376 to $64,878

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