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Railroad Switchman
Direct Hire: Edgerton, Kansas, US span>
Salary Range: 26.00 - 29.00 | Per Hour
Job Code: 367072
End Date: 2026-02-19
Days Left: 28 days, 19 hours left
Day to Day:
- Monitor and operate track switches to ensure proper alignment for railcar movement.
- Inspect track conditions and switch points to identify any issues affecting safe operation.
- Couple and uncouple air hoses between railcars as part of train assembly or disassembly.
- Replace damaged or broken railcar connectors (approximately 75 lbs).
- Communicate with train crews and yard personnel to ensure coordinated rail movements.
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain awareness of surroundings and potential hazards in a high-traffic rail environment
- Must Haves:
- Need FRA Certification 2-3 years of rail experience desired (Switching or conductor experience)
- Ability to always follow safety requirements and practices
- Reliable, punctual and a strong work ethic
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 75lbs Ability to climb ladders and stairs both off and on railcars
- Must pass a pre-employment background verification, physical and drug screening.
- The Federal Rail Administration sets and enforces safety regulations and standards for railroad operations. Use of cannabis is strictly prohibited.
- If applicable for the position you are applying to, and if you are offered the position, you will have to take and pass a drug screen.
- Open availability to work
- Plusses:
- Previous experience in rail yard or switching operations.
- Familiarity with rail safety protocols and procedures. Training in railcar or track maintenance is a plus
Job Requirement
- FRA
- switching
- railroad
- railyard
- maintenance
Reach Out to a Recruiter
- Recruiter
- Phone
- Aliabbas Tinwala
- aliabbas.tinwala@collabera.com