Switchman (Entry-Level) — Launch Your Career on the Rails

Location: Beaumont, TX
Starting Pay: $18/hour with career growth up to $30/hour
Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (day/night/weekend)
Type: Full-Time | In-Person

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a real career path with the opportunity to grow, earn more, and learn a skilled trade? Iron Horse Terminals is seeking coachable, dependable, and safety-focused individuals to join our Train Crew as Switchmen. No rail experience required — just a strong work ethic and the drive to learn.

Why This Role Is a Game Changer

This isn't your typical job. You’ll start by learning the ropes as a Switchman — working hands-on with a close-knit crew to move railcars safely and efficiently. From there, you can advance to Conductor ($23–$25/hr), Engineer ($24–$26/hr), and beyond.

If $18/hr is a step up for you — and you’re looking for a long-term career — we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working outdoors in all weather
• Walking up to 6 miles per shift
• Climbing railcars, coupling and uncoupling them
• Following strict safety protocols — no shortcuts, no exceptions
• Communicating by radio and hand signals
• Learning to think like a strategist — train movement is a puzzle, and you’re the problem-solver

Who We’re Looking For

• Physically fit – This job requires strength and endurance
• Routine-oriented – You stick to procedures no matter what’s going on
• Coachable – You don’t need to know everything, but you do need to listen and learn
• Team player – You’ll work in crews of 3 and depend on each other daily
• Dependable – We need people who show up on time, every day
• Quick thinkers – As you grow into the role, you’ll need to make efficient, strategic decisions

We Provide

• Paid training and safety gear
• HMO health insurance (100% company-paid for employees)
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Holiday overtime (1.5x pay)
• Career advancement into high-paying roles

✅ Apply If…

You’re tired of dead-end jobs, and ready to invest in yourself. If you’ve worked in warehouses, landscaping, delivery, construction, or fast-paced food service — and you're looking for better pay and long-term opportunity — this could be your next step.