Railroad Engineer

Location
Clewiston, Florida
Salary
Starting Wage $25.78/Hr
Posted
Jul 23, 2019
Closes
Sep 21, 2019
Ref
Railroad
Industry
Transportation
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Entry Level
  • Operate locomotives, trains to and from loading facilities
  • Operate locomotives inside rail yards and industry and perform switching movements as needed
  • Observe schedules to ensure trains operate on time
  • Conduct calendar day  locomotive inspections for defects, perform necessary minor adjustments and document and report any defects that will make the locomotive inoperative
  • Ensure the train operates at the proper speeds, amperage, and with proper air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs
  • Make appropriate response to emergency conditions or breakdowns in accordance with safety procedures, rules and company policy 

Qualifications

  • Must be a qualified Engineer and Conductor
  • Must have a working knowledge of RAILS and train tablet operation
  • Must pass all company designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics with a minimum of 85%
  • Must have successfully completed the Ramsey Test
  • Must have a valid driver’s license Class E or above
  • Remote Control Operator Certification preferred (RCO)