Job Responsibilities

• Operate locomotives trains to and from loading facilities
• Operate locomotives in side rail yards and industry and perform switching movements as needed
• Observe schedules to ensure trains operate on time
• Conduct calendar day  locomotive inspections for defects, perform necessary minor adjustments and document and report any defects that will make the locomotive inoperative
• Ensure the train operates at the proper speeds, amperage, and with proper air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs
• Make appropriate response to emergency conditions or breakdowns in accordance with safety procedures, rules and company policy 

Qualifications

• Must possess a current locomotive engineer’s certification or have satisfactorily completed the SCFE engineer training program
• Have knowledge of proper operation of locomotive and airbrakes
• Ability to maintain clear and proper communication by hand signals, radio, and lantern with Conductor and Switchman
• Ability to make quick decisions in order to react to emergency situations
• Ability to maintain written documentation pertaining to the job, read and apply processes and procedures according to operating and maintenance manuals
• Ability to read, speak and write English
• Ability to work with others and or alone with minimum supervision
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate information pertaining to the job
• Have a valid driver’s license Class E or above
• Ability to follow proper safety and housekeeping procedures pertaining to the area
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations pertaining to the job
• Must pass all company designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics with a minimum score of 85%
• No active disciplinary action and good work history
• Educational and previous work experience will be considered
• Ability to work the posted schedule with shift work and overtime as necessary

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The work environment characteristics and physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works and drives in outside weather conditions on a regular basis.
• Working conditions may be rainy, hot, humid, dusty, foggy etc. depending on the weather and may be at night time
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud 
• Duties of this job are also performed in an office environment

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle and/or move various objects, tools and/or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk, hear, and see
• Stand for long periods of time

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Visibility must extend to 62’ and beyond.
• Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary and use common office equipment
• Ability to move or handle various items generally weighing between 0-75 pounds. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, climb and walk significant distances
• Mount and dismount locomotive and check switch points for proper alignment