Railroad Driver Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

·     Participate actively in job briefings and confirm individual responsibilities, movement limits, communication methods, and known hazards.

·     Operate track switches, derails, hand brakes, couplers, air hoses, and related railroad equipment in accordance with rules and training.

·     Give clear radio and hand-signal instructions to the locomotive engineer and immediately stop movements when communication or visual contact is lost.

·     Ride rail equipment only when permitted, maintain secure handholds and footing, and safely mount or dismount equipment in accordance with company rules.

·     Walk tracks and rail car cuts to verify clearance, switch alignment, car identity, securement, and the condition of equipment and walking surfaces.

·     Couple and uncouple cars, connect and disconnect air hoses, and assist with required brake tests and inspections.

·     Protect shove movements, crossings, close clearances, employees, vehicles, and customer property.

·     Spot and pull rail cars at customer locations using switch lists and placement instructions.

·     Report damaged equipment, track defects, leaks, shifting loads, clearance concerns, and other hazards immediately.

·     Use stop-work authority when conditions or instructions are unsafe, unclear, or inconsistent with the job briefing.

·     Maintain radios, personal protective equipment, tools, vehicles, and assigned work areas.

·     Perform related operating duties as assigned and qualified.

The physical requirements below describe typical demands of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·     Frequently stand and walk on uneven ballast, tracks, industrial surfaces, stairs, and outdoor terrain.

·     Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, push, pull, and maintain balance around equipment.

·     Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally handle greater forces with assistance or approved mechanical devices, depending on the assignment.

·     Climb steps, ladders, and equipment and work at heights when required and properly protected.

·     See, hear, and communicate sufficiently to recognize signals, radio instructions, alarms, equipment movement, and workplace hazards.

·     Use hands and feet to operate tools, controls, brakes, switches, hoses, and equipment appropriate to the position.

·     Work extended shifts or overtime when operationally necessary, subject to applicable law and company policy.

·     Work is performed in railroad yards, industrial facilities, shops, customer locations, rights-of-way, and outdoor areas.

·     Regular exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dust, grease, fumes, noise, vibration, moving equipment, and uneven walking surfaces.

·     Required use of personal protective equipment may include safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, eye and hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, fall protection, and respiratory protection depending on the task.

·     The position may require nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, callouts, travel, or variable start times based on operational needs.

·     High school diploma or GED preferred.

·     Previous railroad or physically demanding outdoor industrial experience is preferred.

·     Ability to understand and follow written and verbal rules, instructions, signals, and switching plans.

·     Ability to use a two-way radio clearly and maintain attention during repetitive or changing movements.

·     Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record when required by the assignment.

·     Ability to complete required training, examinations, qualification, screening, and applicable drug-and-alcohol testing.

·     Safety awareness

·     Radio and hand-signal communication

·     Physical coordination

·     Attention to detail

·     Dependability

·     Crew teamwork

·     Willingness to stop and clarify

• Company paid Medical
  
• Life and Dental
  

• Railroad Retirement
  
• Vision
  
• Cancer
  
• Critical Illness
  
• Hospital Indemnity
  
• Accident
  
• Short Term Disability
  
• 401K