Rail Switching Technician
Marmon Holdings, Inc.Operate locomotives and switching equipment as a Rail Switching Technician in Alberta, supporting safe daily rail operations outdoors. Use radio communication, hand signals, and trackside equipment while working full-time on a schedule that varies by site needs.
Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings backed by Berkshire Hathaway, provides industrial railyard services across Canada and the United Stat
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es. This hands-on position supports switching activities, railcar movement, and liquid product transfers at industrial facilities. Paid training and leadership support are available for candidates with or without prior rail experience.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate switches, derails, gates, and other trackside equipment
• Control equipment movement with radios, signals, and lanterns
• Couple and uncouple railcars, air hoses, and wheel chocks
• Assist locomotive operations and switching activities
• Support liquid chemical and petroleum product transfers
Requirements:
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Dependable transportation and reliable daily attendance
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to read safety procedures and technical documents
• Ability to handle equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds
Bring reliability, communication, and safety awareness to Railserve’s Alberta rail switching operations and industrial railyard services.