Switchman - General Laborer - Military Veterans
at ConGlobal
Overview
ConGlobal is the industry-leading provider of intermodal rail terminal services, auto loading and unloading and container depot services. We take pride in consistently delivering superior and reliable service, a broad scope of services and an exemplary safety record. We're currently seeking a Switchman - General Laborer to join our team.
The Switchman - General Laborer role is responsible for operating track switches & derails to ensure the correct routing of engines or cars within yards.
Responsibilities
Switchman - General Labor
- Monitors switch points to ensure switch is properly aligned
- Observes & monitors track conditions; broken rails, defective switches & weather-related issues
- Climbs equipment to set/release handbrakes
- Couples & uncouples air hoses between railcars
- Removes & replaces broken knuckles (75lb railcar connector)
- Rides moving cars via grab irons or ladders
- Observes, interprets & relays hand/lantern/other signals affecting movement of the train
- Judges & controls speed & clearance distance of cars
Qualifications
Requirements
- Prior labor (general or industrial) experience is preferred
- Open availability is required
- Valid Driver's License
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Heavy equipment experience is preferred
- Willingness to complete a criminal background, drug screen and physical
Haslet, TX
ConGlobal is North America’s leading operator of intermodal, finished vehicle, and depot service terminals. With operations in over 120 locations across the US, Mexico, and Costa Rica and over 50 years of industrial experience, ConGlobal serves as the industry’s go-to expert in terminal operations. ConGlobal's service and product offerings anchor on complementing specialized industrial equipment operations with advanced, technology-enabled systems and processes.