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Company Name : Los Angeles Junction Railroad Company
Location : Los Angeles, CA 90058
Position : Railroad Switchman
Job Description : All communication with applicants will be done via email. Please check your email on a daily basis.Who we are and what we doDo you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team LAJ includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation’s freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies.What we believeAt Los Angeles Junction Railway (LAJ), our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. LAJ is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the LAJ community, our employees are entitled to:be treated with dignity and respect.have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.We model the way through our leadership and our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.SAFETY:At LAJ, Safety is a core value of how we do business. Each and every day, our employees are committed to approach one another about safety, which is key in realizing our vision. Employees are also expected to comply with company and federal safety & health regulations, safety rules & policies, as well as procedures that guide work practices to reduce risk to exposure. Such work practices include but are not limited to wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns, and taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESThis position is responsible for safely switching railcars and safe train movement. Additional responsibilities include the following:COMMUNICATIONObtain and receive information and act on oral or written instructions by various communication devicesMonitor and report daily workTRAIN OPERATIONClimb on/off equipment, set/release hand brakes, couple/uncouple air hoses, remove/replace broken railcar knuckle, ride moving cars by holding onto grab irons or laddersObserve, interpret and relay hand, lantern, and other signals for train movementJudge and control speed and clearance distance of carsSWITCHING FUNCTIONSOperate track switches and derails to change train routing within yards or on roadCheck switch points for proper alignmentTRAIN AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONSSwitch, spot cars and determine train make-upObserve and monitor track conditions (e.g. broken rails, defective switches, weather-related problems)Inspect cars per federal regulationsObserve and report on passing train conditionsThe duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.WORKING CONDITIONSExtreme all-weather conditionsWalk and perform work on uneven surfacesSafety sensitive work environmentLoud noise and fumesWork on and around heavy and moving machinerySHIFTS/HOURSWorking time varies – available all shiftsSubject to on-call (24/7), nights, weekends, and holidaysWork in geographic area as posted and report to assigned work location when notifiedTRAVELN/ABASIC QUALIFICATIONSAt least 18 years of age, or will be by the start date listed aboveAbility to report for duty at the designated work locationAble to work safely in the above working conditionsAble to work the above shift/hoursAbility to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) EnglishAbility to lift and carry up to 80 poundsAbility to see, learn, and interpret hand signals from near and far; visually distinguish colors – red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light); visually judge speed and distance of moving objects; see at nightAbility to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environmentAbility to visually distinguish and differentiate colors on computer display screensAbility to use hands and use hand tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pullingAbility to climb ladders and get on/off equipmentAbility to work at various heights above the ground including on locomotives, railcars and other equipmentAbility to bend, lift, walk and stand occasionally with breaksAbility to sit frequently with breaksFollow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal protective equipmentTRAININGCompany-paid on-the-job and classroom training at location hiredRELOCATIONRelocation assistance is not availableUNIONSMART-TDDues required per union agreementPROBATIONARY PERIOD60 daysBENEFITS: LAJ Employees receive a competitive benefit package.All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen.BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS: Criminal historyLast 7 years of driving historyLast 5 years of employment history to include military serviceSocial Security numberEducationMEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS: Medical evaluationDrug ScreenOther elements as neededDRUG TEST ELEMENTS: LAJ is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping LAJ safe and drug free.LAJ Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $190.00 – $190.95 per dayBenefits:Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule:Day shiftHolidaysNight shiftOn callOvertimeWeekend availabilityAbility to commute/relocate:Los Angeles, CA 90058: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:High school or equivalent (Preferred)Shift availability:Day Shift (Preferred)Night Shift (Preferred)Overnight Shift (Preferred)Work Location: One location
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