Traveling Railroad Switchman

Traveling Switchman

Based in Birmingham, AL (75% Overnight Travel) Pay : Competitive, based on experience

Job Type : Full-time

If you have rail yard experience and take pride in safety, teamwork, and keeping freight moving, Road & Rail Services wants to hear from you. We're hiring an experienced Traveling Switchman based in Birmingham, Alabama, to work at rail yards and industrial facilities throughout our network. This role involves about 75% overnight travel and hands-on outdoor work in all kinds of weather.

What You'll Do :

• Switching railcars
• Lining up trains for departure
• Helping crews move freight efficiently and safely
• Troubleshooting mechanical issues
• Coupling and uncoupling cars
• Helping position locomotives

You'll work outdoors, stay active, and rely on clear communication and focus to get every move right the first time. Safety is everything in this role. Because we're regulated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), you'll be expected to follow every rule and signal exactly.

Who We're Looking For :

Please note : candidates without prior switching experience will not be considered.

Why You'll Love Working Here :

About Road & Rail Services :

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has been a trusted provider of rail-related operations across North America. We specialize in switching, terminal operations, and railcar maintenance for railroads, shippers, and industrial facilities. Our mission is simple : work safely, work hard, and take care of our people.

Primary Hiring Area : Birmingham, AL

We're also welcoming applicants from nearby communities within roughly 50 miles, including Hoover, Bessemer, Alabaster, Pelham, Trussville, Leeds, Gardendale, Helena, Fultondale, McCalla, Moody, Chelsea, Irondale, Center Point, and Homewood, Alabama.