Trainmaster - Savannah, GA
Savannah, GA, US, 31404
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Working at Watco Watco has a reputation for putting people first. In fact, our company was named to Forbes’ 2021 list of America’s Best Mid-Size Employers. Working at Watco means working in the exciting field of transportation and supply chain logistics. We’re involved in domestic and international operations that are expanding all the time. Working at Watco also means a supportive, collaborative environment where you can learn and build a career. You’ll find that safety is at the heart of everything we do. We look out for our team members’ safety and the safety of the people in the communities where we work. In addition to these strengths, we offer competitive pay and industry-leading benefits. Come to Watco and join a team where you'll leave each day knowing you've made a difference. |
Trainmaster
Supervises and coordinates activities of train crew engaged in switching railroad cars within rail yard, industrial plant, or similar locations. Facilitate loading and unloading of cars, making, and breaking trains, and switching cars for customers in a safe and efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Supervises and coordinates train crews.
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Communicates switching orders to train crews focusing on safety and efficiency.
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Utilize various systems and reports to organize and communicate customer changes to cars.
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Ensure daily train lists are executed accurately and timely by train crews.
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Investigate and provide accurate reports for any incidents or accidents.
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Understand factors to contributing costs and overall profitability of location.
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Understand locomotive requirements based on horsepower and trailing tons and control efficiency of fuel costs.
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Knowledgeable of FRA regulations for railroad industry.
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Ability to comprehend written safety rules, procedures and safety manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and other work-related information.
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Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
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Able to adapt to constant changing environment and utilize common sense and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to train switch crews and other personnel on job-related duties; and provide training related to federal and company regulations, rules, and safety guidelines.
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Ability to pass training and required testing
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Performs other duties as requested or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
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High school education or general education (GED) or 3 to 6 months job-related experience; or equivalent of education and experience.
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Must hold and continue to hold, a current locomotive engineers and conductor’s certification.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and elements, noise, and fumes from gas, oil, and grease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Nearest Major Market: Savannah