Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and safety conscious individual as a Switchman. As a Switchman you will be ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and safety conscious individual as a Switchman. As a Switchman you will be ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
As a Switchman you will be responsible for the safe operations of a Trackmobile to move empty and full railcars in a scrap metal processing yard. This position will work outside in varying weather ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
As a Switchman you will be responsible for the safe operations of a Trackmobile to move empty and full railcars in a scrap metal processing yard. This position will work outside in varying weather ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
As a Switchman you will be responsible for the safe operations of a Trackmobile to move empty and full railcars in a scrap metal processing yard. This position will work outside in varying weather ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
As a Switchman you will be responsible for the safe operations of a Trackmobile to move empty and full railcars in a scrap metal processing yard. This position will work outside in varying weather ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and safety conscious individual as a Switchman. As a Switchman you will be ...
Switchman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and safety conscious individual as a Switchman. As a Switchman you will be ...
At Cando, safety is more than a priority, it is the foundation of everything we do. We are seeking motivated, safety-focused professionals to join our team as a Switchman/Conductor supporting rail ...
At Cando, safety is more than a priority, it is the foundation of everything we do. We are seeking motivated, safety-focused professionals to join our team as a Switchman/Conductor supporting rail ...
At Cando, safety is more than a priority, it is the foundation of everything we do. We are seeking motivated, safety-focused professionals to join our team as a Switchman/Conductor supporting rail ...
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At Cando, safety is more than a priority, it is the foundation of everything we do. We are seeking motivated, safety-focused professionals to join our team as a Switchman/Conductor supporting rail ...
Switchman
Valdosta, GA · On-site
$20.99 - $25.10/hr
UTLX As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire ... Union Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a Switchman at our full-service rail tank ...
Switchman
Valdosta, GA · On-site
$20.99 - $25.10/hr
UTLX As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire ... Union Tank Car Company is seeking applicants to become a Switchman at our full-service rail tank ...
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
$31.50/hr
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
$31.50/hr
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Annapolis, MO · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Annapolis, MO · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$31.50/hr
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$31.50/hr
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail equipment to ensure that freight is ...
Switchman
Green River, WY · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY The Switchman position is a cross functional role that is able to handle several key duties within the Transportation, Engineering & Mechanical Departments. This position oversees ...
Switchman
Green River, WY · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY The Switchman position is a cross functional role that is able to handle several key duties within the Transportation, Engineering & Mechanical Departments. This position oversees ...
$26/hr
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman/Engineer or Utility Conductor, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail ...
$26/hr
With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we ... As a Switchman/Engineer or Utility Conductor, you'll play a key role in safely operating rail ...
Switchman/Conductor
Gregory, TX · On-site
Switchman/Conductor with Cando are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching ... We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching ...
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Switchman/Conductor
Gregory, TX · On-site
Switchman/Conductor with Cando are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching ... We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching ...
Switchman
El Dorado, KS · On-site
You will enjoy working in a 5S environment that is safe to work in and free of clutter while ... Participate in and promote Savage safety program/SHAPS Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman
Switchman
El Dorado, KS · On-site
You will enjoy working in a 5S environment that is safe to work in and free of clutter while ... Participate in and promote Savage safety program/SHAPS Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman
Switchman
El Dorado, KS · On-site
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than ... Participate in and promote Savage safety program/SHAPS Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman
Switchman
El Dorado, KS · On-site
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than ... Participate in and promote Savage safety program/SHAPS Requirements of a successful Rail Switchman
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Switchman
Saint Louis, MO • On-site
SA Recycling •
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees1,001 - 5,000 employees
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
SA Recycling rating
6.3
Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
65th of 92 rated recycling and waste
Job description
SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and safety conscious individual as a Switchman. As a Switchman you will be responsible for the safe operations of a Trackmobile to move empty and full railcars in a scrap metal processing yard.
This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
Working hours are from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday and from 8:00 am to noon on Saturdays.
SA Recycling offers:
- Competitive Pay
- Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
- Advancement Opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
- 401k with a Company Match
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Referral Incentives
- Company provided uniforms and PPE
Responsibilities of a Switchman
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a Trackmobile in a scrap metal recycling yard.
- Perform regular inspections on equipment, tracks and switches and immediately report any concerns, defects, or needed repairs to management.
- Review railcar plan to move and stage rails cars for loading or building for shipment.
- Operate track switches, visually check switch condition and direction, to change the direction of the switching engine or cars.
- Couple air and electrical connections between cars and Trackmobile and set or release brakes.
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials for the safe loading of railcars.
- Must keep working area and Trackmobile clean and organized.
- Provide backup or help throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
- Follow all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
Qualifications of a Switchman
- High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
- 1-year previous experience in the movement of railcars using a Trackmobile preferred.
- Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
- Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
- Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).
All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
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Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Orange, CA, US
Year founded
2007