Rail Switching Technician-Pasadena, TX

Rail Switching Technician

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Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Rail Switching Technicians in Pasadena to support daily rail switching operations within an industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands-on role critical to the safe movement, placement, and switching of railcars to support customer operations and production schedules.

This is an FRA-regulated position. A valid driver's license is required for employment in this role.

Job Description

Rail Switching Technicians are responsible for safely operating locomotives and rail equipment while coordinating railcar movement throughout an industrial facility. This position plays a key role in ensuring railcars are properly switched, placed, secured, and delivered according to operational schedules and customer requirements.

This is a physically active outdoor role working in an industrial rail yard environment around locomotives, railcars, heavy equipment, and moving machinery. Employees work closely with crews, site leadership, and customers while following FRA regulations, company operating procedures, and strict safety standards.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Previous rail experience is not required for all candidates, as Railserve provides on-the-job training for qualified individuals.

Railserve promotes from within and provides long-term opportunities for advancement in rail operations and leadership.

Schedule

Monday through Sunday rotating schedule

9:00 AM 5:00 PM day shift

Overtime and weekend work may be required based on operational needs

Compensation

$18.00 $23.40 per hour based on experience

Duties

• Operate electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives
• Perform railcar switching and placement according to operational schedules
• Interpret train orders, signals, and operating procedures
• Inspect locomotives prior to operation
• Operate hand and ground throw switches, derails, and gates
• Control equipment movement using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns
• Couple and uncouple railcars and connect air hoses
• Apply and release hand brakes to secure equipment
• Observe tracks and surroundings for safety hazards or obstructions
• Handle train equipment safely using independent and automatic brakes
• Assist in training new employees as needed
• Complete reports related to delays, incidents, or operational activity
• Lubricate and inspect locomotive components as required
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times
• Follow FRA regulations, customer requirements, and company safety procedures
• Perform additional operational duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED required

Valid driver's license required

Ability to work in an FRA-regulated environment

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment

Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials

Strong attendance and reliability required

Reliable transportation required

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions

Ability to work overtime and weekends as operationally required

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance

Company-paid sickness and accident income

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Prescription safety wear

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

Outdoor industrial rail yard environment

Exposure to locomotives, railcars, heavy equipment, moving machinery, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions

Moderate to heavy physical labor required

Frequent walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, and lifting

Safety-sensitive FRA-regulated position

Required use of personal protective equipment

Strict compliance with company, customer, and FRA safety standards required

Grow With Us Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.