Switch Technician I

Transco Railway Products, Inc.

Sioux City, IA, United States
Base: $19.58 - $23.93 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Not specified; likely onsite.
Safely operate locomotive in congested areas
Operate switches and direct flow of cars
Basic reading writing and arithmetic skills
Transco Railway Products, Inc. is seeking a Switch Technician I to operate locomotives for moving railcars within their Sioux City distribution center. The ideal candidate will have experience operating locomotives, possess basic skills in reading and arithmetic, and be able to handle physical tasks safely. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and values diversity in their hiring process

Job Summary

  • The role involves safely operating locomotives to move railcars from a switch list within a congested rail yard environment.
  • Transco Railway Products is part of Marmon Holdings, a global organization backed by Berkshire Hathaway committed to superior quality.
  • Employees receive benefits on Day 1 including medical/dental/vision, 401k matching, and 4 weeks of paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Transco Railway Products, Inc. is seeking a Switch Technician I to operate locomotives for moving railcars within their Sioux City distribution center. The ideal candidate will have experience operating locomotives, possess basic skills in reading and arithmetic, and be able to handle physical tasks safely. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and values diversity in their hiring process.

Salary

Base: $19.58 - $23.93 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k match, Paid Parental Leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Safely operate locomotive in congested areas
  • Operate switches and direct flow of cars
  • Basic reading writing and arithmetic skills
  • Maintain work area in neat and orderly manner
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds safely

Nice-to-have

  • Experience operating switch engine locomotive
  • Strong mental and visual attention coordination
  • Commitment to honesty integrity and quality
  • Willingness to learn changing technologies

Key Requirements

  • Pass drug screen and physical examination
  • Ability to perform physical activities requiring climbing lifting balancing
  • Work in confined spaces and heights exceeding 4 ft
  • No specific years of experience required but locomotive experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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