Railroad Switchman/Conductor

Railroad Switchman / Conductor

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Road & Rail Services
Location: Greensburg, IN
Starting Pay: $21.50 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Work Hands-On in Railroad Operations

Road & Rail Services is hiring a Railroad Switchman / Conductor to join our operation in Greensburg, Indiana . This position works directly with railcars, track switches, and rail crews to help safely move and position equipment throughout the facility.

This is an active railroad job-not a warehouse position. You'll spend much of your shift outdoors, walking the rail yard, operating track switches, coupling and uncoupling railcars, communicating with the locomotive operator, and helping coordinate safe rail movements.

Previous railroad experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided to dependable candidates who demonstrate strong safety awareness, good communication skills, and the ability to learn railroad operating procedures.

Experience in railroad operations, manufacturing, construction, heavy equipment, transportation, logistics, agriculture, industrial operations, or other physically demanding outdoor work may transfer well to this position.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Switchman / Conductor, you will work closely with other members of the rail crew to coordinate safe and efficient railcar movements.

Daily responsibilities may include:

Assist with switching, spotting, pulling, and positioning railcars

Throw and line manual track switches for planned rail movements

Couple and uncouple railcars as required

Communicate movement instructions to locomotive operators

Use two-way radios and approved hand signals to communicate with crew members

Verify tracks and routes are properly aligned before rail movements occur

Observe railcar movement and maintain safe clearance from moving equipment

Inspect tracks, switches, railcars, and work areas for visible hazards or defects

Apply or remove required railcar securement devices

Confirm railcars are safely positioned and secured

Climb rail equipment when necessary to perform assigned duties

Walk throughout the rail yard over ballast, tracks, and uneven surfaces

Maintain constant awareness of locomotives, railcars, vehicles, equipment, and coworkers

Immediately report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, or operational concerns

Follow all Road & Rail Services, customer, and railroad safety procedures

Properly wear and maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

What We're Looking For

Railroad switching requires employees who can remain alert, communicate clearly, and follow established procedures every time.

Qualified candidates should have:

Valid state-issued driver's license

Reliable transportation to the Greensburg facility

Strong safety awareness and situational judgment

Ability to understand and follow detailed operating instructions

Ability to communicate clearly by radio and in person

Dependable attendance and punctuality

Ability to work effectively as part of a railroad crew

Willingness to learn railroad switching procedures

Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the shift

Comfort working around moving railcars, locomotives, tracks, and industrial equipment

Previous Switchman, Conductor, Brakeman, railroad, rail yard, manufacturing, heavy-equipment, or industrial experience is a plus.

Physical & Outdoor Work Environment

This position is performed primarily outdoors in an active railroad environment. Employees must be prepared to work in heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, and other changing Indiana weather conditions .

The job requires frequent walking and standing, including travel across railroad ballast and uneven surfaces. Employees must also be able to bend, reach, climb, and perform the physical activities necessary to operate switches, couple or uncouple equipment, and complete other switching duties.

Rail operations may require schedules outside of traditional Monday-through-Friday business hours. Candidates should be prepared for operational schedules that may include weekends, holidays, or varying work hours based on customer needs .

Pay & Benefits

Starting Pay: $21.50 per hour

Road & Rail Services offers eligible full-time employees:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Safety and railroad operations training

Career development opportunities

Opportunities for advancement

Promote-from-within culture

Veteran-friendly workplace

Join Road & Rail Services

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related operational and maintenance services throughout North America. Our teams support railroads, manufacturers, rail shippers, and owners of rail equipment and facilities.

If you're looking for a hands-on opportunity where you can work directly with railcars, switching operations, and railroad equipment , apply today for our Railroad Switchman / Conductor position in Greensburg, IN .

Starting pay is $21.50 per hour.

Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.