Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs in Mississippi

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters supervises and coordinates activities of switch-engine crew engaged in switching railroad cars within yard of railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate loading and unloading of trains. Required to complete specific trade school courses and possess necessary certifications. Being a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Works under general supervision. Additionally, Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Railroad Yard Manager (FT)
  • Pacific Rail Services
  • Branch, MS FULL_TIME
  • Pacific Rail Services is looking for an Experienced Manager for our Rossville, TN rail terminal in a recession-proof industry.

    Work Location:
    3000 Norfolk Southern Way, Rossville, TN

    Compensation:
    $40,000 / yr to start based on experience


    Summary/Objective:
    The Manager is responsible for coordinating the intermodal operations, maintenance and associated administrative functions in order to meet customer standards and maximize profits.  The manager is expected to be available to work all shifts as we run a 24/7/365 operation. 

    Qualifications:
    • Valid Drivers License
    • Advanced knowledge of railroad industry from a vocational education institute, apprenticeship, on the job training and/or similar work experience.  
    • Ability to assist in conflict resolution and mediation between co-workers, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Proven managerial skills to include ability as a strong leader and positive motivator, successful with employee trainings, good understanding of a Collective Bargaining Agreement, government regulations and industry standards.

    Essential Responsibilities:
    • Responsible for assisting in the supervision of subordinate personnel to ensure that all work is accomplished in a consistent manner with organizational requirements.
    • Conduct employee training sessions on subjects such as hazardous material handling, employee orientations, quality improvements and computer usage.
    • Participate in union contract negotiations and settlements of grievances.
    • Collaborate with other managers and staff members in order to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
    • Monitor operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations.
    • Promote safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending company safety meetings, and meeting with individual staff members.
    • Direct activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
    • Conduct investigations to determine causes of accidents and to improve safety procedures.
    • Analyze expenditures and other financial information in order to develop plans, policies, and budgets for increasing profits and improving services.
    • Set operations policies and standards, including determination of safety procedures.
    • All other duties as assigned.
    Benefits:
    • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits, 401K, life insurance and paid time off after 90 days.
    • Yearly Raises. 
    • Growth Opportunities. 
    Work environment:
    • Required job duties are performed in both an indoor climate-controlled environment and ambient outdoor environments, which would include varying conditions (rain, snow, ice, heat, wind, cold, etc.).
    • The position may also be required to travel throughout the yard and the transfer station either by walking or driving.
    • The noise level in work environment is occasional.
    • RMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Please apply here or apply in person @:
    3000 Norfolk Southern Way, Rossville, TN 
  • 26 Days Ago

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Railroad Track Foreman
  • Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation (SPRING)
  • Hattiesburg, MS FULL_TIME
  • Title: Track Crew Foreman Company: Remcan Projects LLCTravel: 75-85%% This position requires extensive travelMain Location: Hattiesburg, MSBenefits: 401K, Health benefits & insuranceSummary: This posi...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Mechanical Operations Manager - Corinth , MS
  • R.J. Corman Railroad Group
  • Corinth, MS FULL_TIME
  • Job Duties: Follow and monitor work practices, safety related issues to improve quality and performance Work with customers, both internally and externally to develop good relations Plan and provide f...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Train Crew Member - Olive Branch, MS
  • R.J. Corman Railroad Group
  • Branch, MS FULL_TIME
  • Our Train Crew Members play an important part in keeping our locomotives moving. We will teach you the workings of our trains, as well as the rules and regulations that must be followed to complete th...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Groundsman/Laborer - Memphis, TN
  • R.J. Corman Railroad Group
  • Branch, MS FULL_TIME
  • ooking for an exciting career? Want to make a career change? R. J. Corman is seeking safe, energetic, fast paced people who enjoy working outside, understand the thrill of accomplishment and hard work...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Memphis, TN
  • R.J. Corman Railroad Group
  • Branch, MS FULL_TIME
  • Looking for an exciting career? Want to make a career change? R. J. Corman is seeking safe, energetic, fast paced people who enjoy working outside, understand the thrill of accomplishment and hard wor...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Train Conductor - St. Paul, MN (Class Date: April 18, 2022)
  • Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
  • **Conductor Training Class - No Experience Required!** Canadian Pacific (CP) is currently hiring Conductor Trainees for ...
  • 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor
  • Canadian Pacific
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • CPKC is hiring for April-August 2024. $5,000 signing bonus for new hires. Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Crew - Cheyenne, WY
  • Union Pacific Railroad Company
  • CHEYENNE, WY
  • Reference Number: 928 Department: Transportation Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. Most...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor
  • Canadian Pacific
  • Savanna, IL
  • CPKC is hiring for April-August 2024 Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only trul...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Freight Railroad Conductor - North Jersey
  • Conrail
  • Newark, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description No experience necessary, but preference will be given to applicants currently holding a ...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Freight Railroad Conductor - South Jersey
  • Conrail
  • Camden, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description No experience necessary, but preference will be given to applicants currently holding a ...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor
  • Hiring Now!
  • Stevens Point, WI
  • Enjoying physical labour, teamwork and working outdoors as well as being safety-minded are vital to a career in rail ope...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Conductor
  • Chenega Corporation
  • Lawton, OK
  • Overview CHENEGA FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, LLC. Fort Sill, OK Under the supervision of the Freight Rate Supervisor and a...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mississippi is bordered to the north by Tennessee, to the east by Alabama, to the south by Louisiana and a narrow coast on the Gulf of Mexico; and to the west, across the Mississippi River, by Louisiana and Arkansas. In addition to its namesake, major rivers in Mississippi include the Big Black River, the Pearl River, the Yazoo River, the Pascagoula River, and the Tombigbee River. Major lakes include Ross Barnett Reservoir, Arkabutla Lake, Sardis Lake, and Grenada Lake with the largest lake being Sardis Lake. Mississippi is entirely composed of lowlands, the highest point being Woodall Mountai...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs
$38,415 to $57,458

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