Job description

Great Lakes Central Railroad (GLC) is the largest regional railroad in the great state of Michigan with 400 miles of track stretching through Central and Northern Michigan. We contribute to a stronger Michigan economy by efficiently serving our freight customers.

GLC provides dependable, integrated transportation benefits to a growing customer base throughout Michigan. Our financial stability has allowed us to retain jobs and also create new positions as well as offer competitive freight rates in conjunction with our rail partners throughout North America.

Being part of a strong railroad with an outstanding team and endless opportunity is an adventure not worth passing up.

Summary

In this position the train dispatcher uses computers and radio communications to control the safe movement of trains throughout the Company 400-miles network.

Education, Skills & Experience Required

• Prior supervisory experience, transportation industry (especially railroad), military or air traffic controller experience is a definite plus

• GCOR Qualified

• TMDS (Train Management Dispatch System) experience preferred

• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to toxicological testing

• Superior interpersonal and analytical skills

• Ability to speak clearly, read and understand operating and safety rules, exercise superior judgment, analyze problems and develop action plans containing corrective action

• Demonstrate a strong aptitude for utilizing information systems and thrive in a fast-paced, pressure-filled environment with changing priorities

• Multi-tasking is a must

• Must be able to identify and distinguish colors displayed on a video monitor and video display in order to read track labels, switch indicator lights and other safety sensitive indications

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate railroad traffic, issue permits and authorities, monitor all rail movements and maintain computerized records of all activities

• Know assigned territory and keep informed of changes in the physical characteristics or changes in train orders and schedules. Maintain familiarity with scheduled runs, destinations, times of arrivals and departures

• Communicate with personnel on weather or any environmental conditions affecting train movement, and reroute, stop or change speed of trains

• Report alleged violations of operating rules and any irregularity relating to the movement of trains

• Plan in advance for smooth and effective movement of priority trains, trains containing hazardous material or restricted shipments, and meets/passes to avoid unnecessary delays

• Coordinate track usage with Track Department personnel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Owosso, MI 48867: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Dispatching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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