Locomotive Switchman/Conductor

Switchman / Conductor

Location: Mulberry, FL
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Employment: Full-Time

Start Your Railroad Career

Road & Rail Services is hiring a reliable, safety-minded Switchman/Conductor to join our Mulberry, Florida, operation. In this hands-on role, you will help move, organize, and position railcars safely within an industrial rail yard while coordinating with locomotive operators and fellow crew members.

Railroad experience is a plus, but it is not required. We provide practical, on-the-job training to dependable candidates who are eager to learn. Experience in construction, manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, warehousing, or other physically demanding outdoor work may help you succeed in this position.

What You'll Do

Support switching operations and the safe movement and placement of railcars

Coordinate with locomotive operators and other crew members through radio communication and hand signals

Check railcars, tracks, and switches for hazards, damage, or operating concerns

Operate track switches and climb railcars during daily assignments

Walk extended distances across uneven ground

Perform duties outdoors in changing weather conditions

Follow all safety rules, operating procedures, and company policies

What We're Looking For

A valid driver's license and dependable transportation

Ability to work safely outdoors in all types of weather

Physical ability to walk, climb, bend, lift, and complete other demanding tasks

Excellent attendance and a strong work ethic

A safety-first attitude and the ability to work effectively with a crew

Availability for a rotating swing schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits and Advancement

At Road & Rail Services, this position can be the beginning of a long-term railroad career. Many of our supervisors and crew leaders began in entry-level rail roles before advancing through hands-on experience and company training.

Our employees receive:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Company-provided personal protective equipment

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Continued safety and operations training

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

If you are dependable, comfortable with physical outdoor work, and ready to build a stable career with a company that puts safety first, apply today to join Road & Rail Services.