Train Crew Member - Dayton, TX

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking Train Crew Members to join our team in Dayton, TX.

Accountability: Performs engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment and track maintenance and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient railroad operation. Expected to progress in skill and responsibilities of train operations over time.  

Responsibilities:

• Assists in all phases of the safe daily operation of trains.


• Operates equipment according to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including equipment usage and maintenance, safety (FRA and OSHA), and DOT requirements.


• Will operate track switches, couple cars and work on freight trains in yard operations and on the road. 


• Will move and align various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains.


• Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with train crew


• Multi-tasking – must be able to perform several tasks safely that will require pulling, controlling and maneuvering onto and off of equipment.


• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars


• Increasing responsibilities expected and required, including the ability to handle locomotive engineering duties. 


• Train Crew Members are subject to random alcohol and drug testing as per the Federal Railroad Administration Guidelines.


• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience: 

• Preferred to have active FRA Engineer certification.


• Must be mechanically inclined and have basic reading and math skills.  Must have the ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives.


• Must have driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to perform physical strenuous work


• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner


• Requires frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching


• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 lbs


• Able to push and pull with up to 150 lbs of force

Environmental Conditions: Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.  Frequent exposure to weather elements:  appropriate PPE required.

Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following benefits:

Full-Time Team Members: 

• Railroad Retirement benefits


• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:




• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual


• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year




• Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans




• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance


• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability


• Voluntary Accident Insurance




• FSA and HSA Options


• 401K Employer Match


• Paid Maternity Leave


• Group Life Insurance

All Team Members: 

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan


• Referral Bonuses


• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers


• Employee Assistance Program


• Annual Boot Voucher


• Company Provided PPE


• Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.