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Railroad Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Job Summary The Conductor and Engineer are responsible for the movement of rail equipment to ensure the accurate placement of rail cars that will facilitate the loading and unloading of trains in the ...

General Port Services Inc

VDC Rail Unloader

Wylie, TX

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

VDC RAIL UNLOADER Who we are: AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry ... Drive vehicles off rail cars. * Drive vehicles to specific locations. * Lifting and laying bridge ...

JSW Steel USA

Barge Supervisor

Baytown, TX · On-site

Plan, schedule, and coordinate the efficient unloading and loading of steel plates, scrap, and slabs from barges and rail cars. * Supervise crane operators and loading crews, ensuring safe work ...

Amports

VDC Rail Unloader

Wylie, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

VDC RAIL UNLOADER Who we are: AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry ... Drive vehicles off rail cars. * Drive vehicles to specific locations. * Lifting and laying bridge ...

Amports

VDC Rail Unloader

Wylie, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

VDC RAIL UNLOADER Who we are: AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry ... Drive vehicles off rail cars. * Drive vehicles to specific locations. * Lifting and laying bridge ...

Rail Management Services

Conductor

Dallas, TX · On-site

$30K - $45K/yr

The Conductor is responsible for the movement of rail equipment to ensure the accurate placement of rail cars that will facilitate the loading and unloading of trains in the rail yard. Starting Rate ...

Rail Management Services

Train Conductor

Ennis, TX · On-site

$30K - $45K/yr

The Conductor is responsible for the movement of rail equipment to ensure the accurate placement of rail cars that will facilitate the loading and unloading of trains in the rail yard. Starting Rate ...

Rail Management Services

Train Conductor

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Job Summary The Conductor and Engineer are responsible for the movement of rail equipment to ensure the accurate placement of rail cars that will facilitate the loading and unloading of trains in the ...

AmSpec Group

Sampler - Part Time

Saginaw, TX · On-site

Job Summary The sampler/technician is responsible for obtaining samples of grain from rail cars ... Primary Duties and Responsibilities - Assist with loading/unloading trucks. - Assist with loading ...

Amspec LLC.

Sampler - Part Time

Saginaw, TX · On-site

Job Summary The sampler/technician is responsible for obtaining samples of grain from rail cars ... Primary Duties and Responsibilities - Assist with loading/unloading trucks. - Assist with loading ...

Targa

Rail Rack Technician

Mont Belvieu, TX

... cars as specified by Rail Scheduler and Rail Supervisor Load and unload railcars at racks and switch to Targa staging yard Prepare the railcars for unloading or loading Secure the railcar for ...

Targa Resources

Rail Rack Technician

Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site

... rail cars as specified by Rail Scheduler and Rail Supervisor • Load and unload railcars at racks and switch to Targa staging yard • Prepare the railcars for unloading or loading • Secure the ...

Carpenter Co.

Loader

Pasadena, TX

$14.75 - $18/hr

Measures and records temperature of EO rail cars * Performs safety and fluid checks on rail car movers * Performs housekeeping and proper operation of loading equipment, Loading Control Center and ...

UFP Industries, Inc

Forklift Driver

Port Arthur, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Job Summary Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars. Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required. Works ...

CleanHarbors

Rail & Vac Technician

La Porte, TX

$20/hr

... out of rail cars. Other area will be our vac water area and there the employee will grab ... Skilled labor will be keeping track of tank volume, learning pumps, and loading from our water ...

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Carpenter Co.

Loader

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Measures and records temperature of EO rail cars * Performs safety and fluid checks on rail car movers * Performs housekeeping and proper operation of loading equipment, Loading Control Center and ...

Carpenter

Loader

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Measures and records temperature of EO rail cars * Performs safety and fluid checks on rail car movers * Performs housekeeping and proper operation of loading equipment, Loading Control Center and ...

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Rail Train Conductor Engineer

Rail Management Services

Houston, TX • On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

PRS Auto is hiring immediately for a Railroad Conductor & Engineer to join our team at the Union Pacific Houston, TX Auto Terminal!
PRIOR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.  We are looking for ambitious, capable, and skilled team members to join our nationwide crew. We offer a team-oriented atmosphere with quality employee benefits, and room to grow your career!  We have multiple shifts available both day and night.
Pay: $17-18 per hour to start
Benefits: (Medical benefits start after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your 90-day probationary period)
  • Affordable Healthcare, Free Dental, cheap Vision Benefits.
  • Free Life Insurance.
  • Paid holidays, paid personal days.
  • Boot reimbursement.
  • 401K.
  • Vacation Pay.
  • Weekly Pay.
  • Travel Opportunities.
  • Automobile Manufacturer Discounts.
  • Safety Incentives and Bonus programs.

APPLICANTS MUST currently live within a 45 minute commute of our business location. OUT OF AREA candidates and/or those requiring a relocation will NOT be considered.
Job Summary
The Conductor and Engineer are responsible for the movement of rail equipment to ensure the accurate placement of rail cars that will facilitate the loading and unloading of trains in the rail yard.
Various shifts available both day and night (Typically 8-12 hr shifts depending on workload) 

Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for assisting the Train Engineer with the movement of rail equipment (locomotives, rail cars, tracks, etc.) within the rail yard in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Maintain an efficient and orderly rail yard by moving rail cars and freeing rail tracks for incoming rail traffic.
  • Manage rail track switches to direct rail cars to appropriate tracks.
  • Ability to connect and disconnect rail air hoses as needed to consolidate rail cars efficiently.
  • Lead job briefings with the Supervisors and crew prior to work beginning.
  • Ensures compliance is met under HAZMAT and OSHA Regulations. This includes reporting any incidents to the supervisory immediately.
  • The conductor is required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as a safety vest, safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety toe boots.
  • Responsible for maintaining clear communication with Train Engineer/Operator and other crew members while moving locomotives with either verbal, hand, or radio signals.
  • Participates in daily safety briefings.
  • Inspects all rail equipment to ensure there is no damage and notify the operator and supervisor immediately if there is.
  • Handles all rail equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Maintain awareness and organization within the rail yard, including attention to the ground surface (potholes, debris, and/or slippery conditions).

Minimum Qualifications:
  • You must have a valid driver's license.
  • Prior Conductor / Engineer experience is required. 
  • You must have advanced knowledge of the railroad industry from vocational education, apprenticeship, on-the-job training, or similar experience.
  • You must be able to pass a vision and hearing test.
  • You must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with a variety of individuals.

Work Environment Requirements:
  • Job duties are performed in an ambient outdoor environment, which would include varying conditions (rain, snow, ice, heat, wind, cold, etc).
  • This position requires that you travel throughout the yard and the transfer station either by walking and/or driving.
  • The noise level in the work environment is loud and this noise is continuous.
  • You must have the ability to work in an environment which can be hazardous at times.  
  • You must have the physical ability to see and hear fast-moving equipment and be able to move so that you can remain safe always.

Apply Online or in Person at the work location:
PRS Auto (UP Houston Railroad)
20909 West Hardy Rd
Houston, TX 77073
You will be an employee of PRS Auto and not an employee of the Railroad.