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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 forceEnvironmental 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 Company is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R. J. Corman offers the following:* Railroad Retirement benefits* Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)* Company paid life insurance* Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance* Voluntary identity theft protection* Flexible spending account benefits* Paid maternity leave* 8 paid holidays* Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)* Employee Assistance Program* 401K retirement savings plan* Work boot allowance* Employee referral program* Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner TrainR. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action 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.