Candidate offers are contingent on the successful completion of a drug screen (hair and urine collection), as well as a background verification. Additionally, CSX does not accept Medical Marijuana Cards.

Job Summary
Intermodal Service Employees (ISE) are responsible for safely performing activities and completing processes that place customer freight for movement on a train from the origin to the CSX Intermodal Terminal destination across our network. The ISEs will also be responsible for ensuring the availability of our customers freight for pick up after arriving at the destination terminal.

Please note: This is a pipeline requisition created with the intent to identify candidates for future roles at CSX. 

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• The activities and responsibilities fall into four broad categories (Securement, Yard/Lift Operations, Clerical and other)
• Securement tasks include: Ascending and descending rail cars. Inspection and securement of trailers, containers and intermodal flatcars. Assisting lift operators in the proper positioning of equipment. Lifting of interbox connectors (IBC) and related accessories. Operation of powered vehicles known as IBC carts. Working in a high-paced outdoor environment around moving equipment and vehicles
• Yard and Lift operations include: Operating utility tractors (hostlers) to move equipment on the terminal and operating lift machines that place and remove equipment to and from railcars. Connecting, moving, and parking of chassis, trailers and containers on terminal property. Inspection of equipment for condition and operational readiness. Ascending and descending vehicle ladder/stairs. Connecting and disconnecting airlines (gladhands). Manually operating crank handle to raise and lower chassis landing gear legs. Operation of various lift equipment configurations to load and unload trailers and containers to/from railcars, stacks, ground or chassis. Prolonged sitting in equipment cabs. Use of joystick controls, radios, equipment displays and onboard computers. Lifting and lowering containers and trailers from elevated heights safely and efficiently
• Clerical duties include: Utilize Microsoft Office systems. Utilize computer systems to obtain and/or input information regarding intermodal car and/or equipment. Knowledge of hazmat requirements and ability to respond to minor spills as necessary
• Other duties require: Knowledge of FRA and AAR securement regulations and railway line clearance requirements. The ability to work positively and contribute to a team focused on customer service and accomplishing productivity targets. Ability to identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action. Inspection and application of end-of-train device and performance of airbrake tests Ability to clean, lubricate and maintain securement devices and other special intermodal equipment
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate:

• Pay as of July 1, 2025 is $29.33/Hourly – This is the new rate at 100%
• (@ 90% until qualified (may take up to 8 months) – is $26.39/Hourly).
  Training:
  You are expected to attend one week of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center (ATC) in Atlanta, GA. New hires must maintain an 85% passing rate on quizzes and tests to remain in training. Failure to maintain the 85% average will result in new hires being released from the program and their offer will be rescinded. On-the-job training begins immediately following the successful completion of training at the ATC.Minimum Qualifications:
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year experience working in a heavy industrial environment
• One year experience operating heavy machinery
• Three years of outdoor work experience

Physical Requirements:

• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Physical agility, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and walking
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain
• Driving a tractor/trailer combination in an industrial setting
• Moderately heavy to heavy industrial work
• Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection

Job Requirements:

• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
• May be in a gated booth adjacent to the entry lanes
• If hired, this position may require, if requested, the provision of sensitive information, including but not limited to, address, social security number, place of birth and date of birth to the Customs Border Patrol Port Director per 19USC 19.46 or other governmental agency as required from time-to-time.

Job Summary
Assist in the installation, repairing, testing and maintenance of various railroad signals and grade crossing protection equipment. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer’s weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities
• Perform work on signal equipment including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Install signal/communication structures and component
• Lubricate moving parts on mechanical equipment such as switch machines, car retarders and controllers
• Use the risk management process to isolate potentially dangerous situations
• Prepare and paint signal equipment
• Inspect, test, repair and maintain communication/signal and electrical equipment
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Drive and operate medium to heavy duty vehicles daily.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate
$39.57 an hour (starting rate)// $46.22 and hour (full rate)

*Pay rates are progressive upon completion of all required apprentice training.  Pay rates vary by location.

Training
Training begins at the CSX Training Center in Atlanta, GA for 2 consecutive weeks, followed by three additional sessions scheduled roughly 130 days apart. CSX will cover travel, lodging, and meals in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of outside work experience (e.g. construction, heavy equipment operator, farming, etc.)
• One year experience using Volt / Ohm meters
• One year experience interpreting circuit schematics or diagrams
• One year work experience in electronics, electrical, or electromechanical field

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
• Climb ladders and poles up to 40 feet to make repairs, tests and installations
• Work outside in all weather conditions and occasionally on uneven terrain
• Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Basic Math

Job Requirements

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• The applicant selected may be required to successfully complete a background check
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
• Extensive travel required
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test