Train Crew Member - Jesup, GA

Looking for a full-time position with potential advancement opportunities in a booming industry? If you enjoy working outside, this is the career for you! Consider joining our team at R. J. Corman Switching Company! We are seeking a dynamic Train Crew Member in Jesup, GA. If you are ambitious, physically capable, and dependable, apply now!

Accountability: Performs engine operation, on-ground duties, equipment maintenance, and other assigned duties to assist in an efficient switching 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 (OSHA), and DOT requirements. 


• Operates track switches, couples cars, and works on freight trains, in yard operations and on the road.


• Moves and aligns various parts of rail equipment to create or build trains. 


• Reviews instructions from Operations Manager, dispatchers, and yardmasters, and discusses 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. 


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


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


• Train Crew Members are subject to random alcohol and drug testing as per DOT requirements. 


• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Specialized Knowledge, Education, Experience: 

• Previous railroad or industrial switching experience preferred, but not required


• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures.


• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures.


• Ability to operate a range of vehicles and machinery in a safe and responsible manner.


• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Overall willingness to learn new skills.

Physical Requirements:   

• Able to perform physical, strenuous work in all weather conditions


• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner, and walking on uneven surfaces such as ballast.


• 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 to throw a switch

Job Dimensions: Must be able to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion.  This position does not require supervision of fellow employees.

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

Full-Time Team Members: 

• 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.