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Groundsman

Posted April 15, 2026
Full-time Entry Level

Job Overview

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Groundsman to join our Rail Team on a rotational shift. In this role, you are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching services working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic and great communication skills. 

What you're responsible for:

  • Ensuring safe operation of the locomotive and train movements
  • Ability to carry out specific instructions detailing a train’s route and specific movements
  • Perform switching of railcars, including coupling and uncoupling cars, and is able to lift out coupling devices
  • Signaling crew members for movement of the engine or train using a radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes
  • Having the ability to move on and off moving or stationary equipment while the train is in motion during yard switching
  • Riding moving rail cars using the ladder on the side for extended amount of periods of time

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