Job Summary
This position is responsible for managing and/or operating freight trains safely and efficiently while adhering to railway and Federal Railroad Administration rules and procedures. Work is performed on an irregular 40 hour week with two scheduled consecutive days off. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions - including snow, ice, rain, cold and heat. Personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats and/or hearing protection is worn where required.
What you will do
- Responsible for the safety, mechanical function and protection of trains and observance of all rules to ensure safe transportation of cargo. This includes responsibility for the safe and efficient operating of the locomotive.
- Performs work on and around freight cars, locomotives and other heavy equipment. Places cars to facilitate loading and unloading and the makeup and breakdown on trains in a rail yard, industrial plant, or similar location.
- Responsible for proper communication to ensure the safe movement of trains, freight cars and locomotives. This includes communication via hand signals and/or radio. Additional requirements include learning and use of electronic devices for entering car movement, verifying GCOR and rules.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma Required
Other Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FRA regulations (Part 219).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proven mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate and assume accountability for high-stress scenarios and situations.
- Previous experience working rotating shifts or shift work is preferred.
- Employee must comply with 45-minute residency requirement.
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
This position may require a shift rotation including working weekends and holidays.
CRANDIC offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs.
Our comprehensive compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, sick days, holidays;
Healthcare, dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Tuition reimbursement;
This position is eligible for Federal Railroad Retirement benefits.
Alliant Energy Corporation
4902 N Biltmore Ln
Madison
Wisconsin United States
www.alliantenergy.com
