Overview
Dispatches trains to ensure the safe and efficient use of personnel and equipment within assigned railroad territory.
Extra Board Shift
Responsibilities
- Prepare and transmit Dispatcher’s Bulletins and messages via computer and fax machine,
- Prepare train sheets and daily reports for summary of train operations. Update AS400 with train operation information, delay and accident reports for inclusion in Morning Report.
- Enter train operations information in AS400 for update of transportation system events for train performance.
- In cases of incidents, Train Dispatcher must follow protocol and instructions regarding notification of specific government agencies, FEC management and state and local officials.
- Train Dispatcher must be aware and follow rules and regulations regarding train movement on specific commodities and clearance requirements of cars moving in trains and in passing trains.
- Train Dispatcher must follow radio procedures and protocol.
- Train Dispatcher is required to ride at least two through-freight trains per year, at the discretion of the Carrier.
- Train Dispatcher is also required to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 21 years of age or older
- Valid Driver's License
- Five years of train dispatching experience
- Experience with specialized computer dispatching equipment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, especially in transportation or logistics
- 10 years of train dispatching experience
Knowledge And Skills
- Computer Aided Dispatching Software
- Comprehensive knowledge of train operations and operating rules
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated experience and ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and written
- Prioritize and manage multiple issues and priorities throughout the shift
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage time effectively and maintain control over multiple projects and responsibilities; follow up on all relevant issues
- Ability to reason, compare, understand, and think rationally on the job
Working Conditions
- Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work
- The successful candidate will be required to be available for duty as needed (non-guaranteed extra board)
- Available to report to work with two-hour advance notice
- Occasional travel requirements, which may include overnight stays away from home
- Work sitting for long periods of time
- Meals eaten while working; infrequent breaks
- Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity and ability to recognize colors
Employment Conditions
- Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
- Complete annual training and pass safety and operating rules examinations
- Complete train rides quarterly for familiarization with assigned territory
- Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
- Must pass all required assessments
- Must pass a background screening
- May require a post offer medical examination, including drug test and physical capabilities test
- Work tracking train and on-track equipment movements on multiple platforms in fast-paced environment
- Requires frequent revision in work assignments
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement; membership is required
- Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions
