Rail Switching Technician As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyou'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best. Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Rail Switching Technicians in Enderlin, ND to support daily rail switching operations within an industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands-on role critical to the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars that support customer operations and production schedules. Rail Switching Technicians are responsible for safely operating locomotives and rail equipment while coordinating railcar movement throughout an industrial facility. This role supports the timely and accurate switching, placement, and movement of railcars while maintaining compliance with company safety procedures and customer operating requirements. Employees work in active industrial rail yard environments around locomotives, railcars, heavy equipment, and moving machinery. Daily responsibilities include operating switches and brakes, coupling and uncoupling railcars, inspecting equipment, and communicating movement instructions with crews and site leadership. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Strong attendance, communication skills, and a commitment to safety are critical for success in this role.
Schedule: Night shift: 6:00 PM 6:00 AM 12-hour shifts Rotation: 3 days on, 1 day off, 3 days on, 7 days off Schedule includes nights and may include weekends and holidays based on the rotation
Compensation: $26.00 $28.00 per hour based on experience
Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED required Reliable transportation required Strong attendance and dependability required Ability to work 12-hour overnight shifts according to the established rotation Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively Strong attention to detail and situational awareness Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process Military experience is a plus
What We Offer: (Benefits):Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance Company-paid sickness and accident income 401(k) with company match Annual safety shoe reimbursement Prescription safety wear Holiday pay Vacation Marmon employee discount program
Additional Information: Outdoor industrial rail yard environment Exposure to locomotives, railcars, moving machinery, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions Moderate to heavy physical labor required Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, and lifting Use of hand tools, power tools, and rail equipment Required use of personal protective equipment Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures Grow With Us: Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success. Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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