Conductor / Engineer - Dual Certified
Company: Cathcart Rail
Location: Kearney
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Come for a picnic lunch, stay for the Job Fair!On-site
interviews, shop tours, and offers on the spot!$1,500 sign-on
bonus! Dates: Tuesday, September 19 & Wednesday, September 20Time:
11:00 AM to 7:00 PMLocation: 1209 South Alda Road, Grand Island, NE
68803 We're hiring for 2 facilities, Grand Island & Hastings.
Hiring:Conductor/EngineerSummary DescriptionConductor/Engineer is
responsible for the safe operation and movement of locomotives and
railcars and other railroad equipment following all FRA, AAR, and
Cathcart rules and regulations.Duties & ResponsibilitiesConducts
the movement of rail cars and train movements.Operates track
switchesReads and understands the operating rules, train orders,
safety instructions and other written or printed materialPrepares
required daily reportsInspects the condition of the train and
equipment in movement and while stationaryCoupling air and
electrical connections between locomotives when making up trainsAny
other duties as assigned such as special projectsQualificationsHigh
School Diploma or equivalent, preferred, but not required2 years of
experience in railroad-related work, if available. Will
train.Thorough knowledge of AAR Office & Field Manual rules along
with FRA rulesUnderstanding oral communicationsRecognizing
colorsUnderstanding printed/written informationMaking oneself
understood orallyJudging speed and/or distance of moving
objects/partsUnderstanding visual displaysTaking actions and/or
making decisions affecting security and well-being of
othersClimbing and balancingRecalling information required from
work activityJudging condition or status of objects/partsExercising
physical strength and endurance (able to lift 50 pounds)Must be
able to pass a DOT physical, breath alcohol and drug screening and
a criminal background checkWorking ConditionsWith the exception of
clerical, administrative, and some management positions, which
require indoor work, the physical environment requires the employee
to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid
and dusty conditions. The environment requires working in close
proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and
low precarious places, confined spaces.The work type is best
described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very
physical, and without proper work planning can result in out of
position pushing, pulling and lifting. Proper body mechanics,
positioning, and lifting techniques can be very important.
Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks and
to use lifting equipment where necessary. The positioning of the
work being performed can change very frequently. Work involves
extensive walking over plant grounds to facilitate railcar
movement.Tools used: Various heavier air and electric-powered tools
such as car jacks, impact wrenches, and grinders may be used. Work
also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels,
socket wrenches, and ladders.Physical RequirementClimbing,
stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking,
pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, smelling and
visual acuity, with color and depth perceptionAbility to work in a
confined spaceRequired to use personal protective equipment as
environmental conditions dictateAbout Us:Cathcart Rail is proud to
operate the largest railcar services network in the industry,
encompassing 18 large railcar repair facilities and more than 75
field service locations, in addition to a rail services division
that operates three short-line railroads and a dozen contract
switching and transloading sites.We welcome all applicants who are
interested in being a vital part of the national freight rail
industry.Benefits:
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