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CURRENTLY 3 OPEN POSITIONS! 10-01-2023

TRAIN CONDUCTOR

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Duties include climbing ladders, boarding freight cars, operating track switches, inspecting cars and using radio communication to control train movement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work together with the Engineer to review work order/job assignment, train make-up, Hazardous Materials and train placement.
Communicate with Engineer regarding operating bulletins and mandatory directives.
Ensure compliance with all orders, rules, regulations, signals and speed restrictions.
Document/report any and all accidents, incidents or other issues as per IANR reporting procedures.
Be vigilant observing the track ahead for obstructions or other operating hazards and frequently inspect train for defects.
Monitor train speed and speed compliance, taking appropriate measures, if necessary to slow or stop the train.
Responsible for maintaining comprehensive knowledge of physical characteristics of territory.
Awareness of condition and make-up of the train.
Operate company vehicles in a safe and responsible manner.
Knowledgeable on all applicable safety and operating rules and regulations of the FRA, IANR and applicable connecting carriers.
Use all tools, equipment and resources in a safe and responsible manner.
Ability to manage time responsibly, make decisions and accomplish assigned work.
Communicate with co-workers, management, clients and all others in a courteous and professional manner.

Applicant must be able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds occasionally; and up to 85 pounds infrequently. Applicant must have good balance to regularly step on and off equipment and work from ladders to perform various tasks. Position involves extensive walking, sitting, standing and stooping. Conductors work outdoors in all weather conditions and frequently at elevations more than 12’ above ground.

Conductors do not work a standard 40-hour work week. Train crews are always on-call, to include weekends and holidays. Work locations for this position include Waterloo, Shell Rock and Manly, IA.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years old.

Education, Licenses/Certifications and Work Experience

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.

Must attend FRA Safe Worker Training Classes and successfully pass operating rules examination.

Vehicle/Driving License: Must have your own transportation and be able to travel. Must have a valid driver’s license with no more than 3 violations in the last 3 years and no major violations (i.e. reckless operations or D.U.I.’s).

Drug/Alcohol Testing: Conductors are subject to random alcohol and drug testing per the Federal Railroad Administration Guidelines.

ELECTRICIAN – DIESEL ENGINE LOCOMOTIVE

Iowa Northern Railway has an immediate opening for second or third shift electrician in Waterloo, Iowa. This position is responsible for performing electrical inspection, maintenance and repair activities on locomotives in the repair shops, on service tracks, on line of road and occasionally on other railroad equipment/property. In addition, this position is responsible for testing, inspecting and properly repairing the electrical components of locomotive systems, equipment, and machinery.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Inspect and repair locomotive components for compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and company operating standards.
Test, inspect and repair switches, heaters, DC power systems, event recorder tapes, lights water coolers, batteries, low voltage systems, high voltage systems, traction motors, cooling fans and fuel pumps.
Troubleshoot, repair, install, inspect, calibrate, and replace high-voltage mechanical and electro-magnetic equipment, perform preventative maintenance on a variety of tools/equipment and machinery to ensure proper function.
Repair and/or replace components ranging in size from relatively small, such as contractors, relays, breakers, to large, such as reversers. Provide locomotive electrical maintenance, including repairs, replacing, and adjusting parts and components.
Monitor electrical components to troubleshoot any problem.
Service and perform daily inspections on locomotives, add fuel and other necessary supplies.
Test circuits and connections using electrical test equipment.
Complete inspection work and maintenance
Perform other essential and nonessential functions as assigned, including tasks normally assigned to other composite mechanics, such as machinist and Carman, and laborer.
Responsible for performing duties and working hours as scheduled, including overtime, holidays, nights, weekends, and travel as necessary.
Move Locomotives within mechanical department limits.
Trouble shoot and repair PTC (positive train control).

Job Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent required. Must have a valid driver’s license with no more than 3 violations in the last 3 years and no major violations (i.e., reckless operations or D.U.I.’s).

Experience as a qualified Railroad electrician preferred but not required. HVAC experience helpful. Must possess electrical aptitude. Must attend and understand company training as assigned.

For more information on Iowa Northern or to complete an application online please visit

https://www.iowanorthern.com

Interested applicants should submit application to jobs@iowanorthern.com or fax application to 319-232-1996, or mail to:

Human Resources

Iowa Northern Railway Company,

201 Tower Park Drive, Suite 300,

Waterloo, IA 50701

This will be a full-time hourly position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen required.

E/O/E

MACHINIST – DIESEL ENGINE LOCOMOTIVE

Iowa Northern Railway has two immediate openings for second or third shift machinist in Waterloo, Iowa. This position is responsible for servicing and maintaining diesel locomotives in accordance with federal and company regulations. This includes diagnoses of mechanical problems on the diesel engine, air compressor, trucks and running gear and making appropriate repairs. Also includes testing, inspecting and properly repairing the mechanical and air components of locomotive systems, equipment, and machinery.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Inspect and repair locomotive components for compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and company operating standards.
Provide locomotive maintenance, including repairs, replacing, and adjusting parts and components; assembling as related to the diesel engine, air compressor, radiator, trucks and carbody.
Repair running gears such as wheels, springs, hangers, brake rigging and traction motors.
Test and repair brake systems, safety appliances, couplers, draft systems, air compressors, safety valves, lube oil pump, filter systems, fuel systems, radiators and shutters.
Install, disassemble, assemble, repair or replace locomotive diesel engine components.
Service locomotives added fuel and other necessary supplies. Perform daily inspections, scheduled and preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
Diagnose locomotive component malfunctions related to the diesel engine, air compressor and other components.
Troubleshoot and repair PTC (positive train control)
Complete inspection, work, and maintenance reports.
Responsible for performing duties and working hours as scheduled, including overtime, holidays, nights, weekends, and travel as necessary.
Perform other essential and nonessential functions as assigned, including tasks normally assigned to other composite mechanics, such as electrician and Carman and laborer.
Move locomotives within mechanical department limits.

Job Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent required. Must have a valid driver’s license with no more than 3 violations in the last 3 years and no major violations (i.e., reckless operations or D.U.I.’s).

Experience as a qualified railroad machinist preferred. Must possess a mechanical aptitude. Must attend and understand company training as assigned.

For more information on Iowa Northern or to complete an application online please visit

https://www.iowanorthern.com

Interested applicants should submit application to jobs@iowanorthern.com or fax application to 319-232-1996, or mail to:

Human Resources

Iowa Northern Railway Company,

201 Tower Park Drive, Suite 300,

Waterloo, IA 50701

This will be a full-time hourly position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen required. E/O/E

If you have issues with our online application, mail completed applications to:

201 Tower Park Dr.
Waterloo, IA 50701

Or email completed to Jobs@iowanorthern.com

Or fax to 319-232-1996

If there are any questions please call 319-297-6000.

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