Dispatcher - Wichita, KS
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Watco Companies L.L.C. is hiring a Dispatcher - Wichita, KS. Watco seeks a Dispatcher to coordinate and direct train movements across its short line railroad network, acting as the central communication point between train crews, maintenance‑of‑way teams, and management while ensuring safe, efficient, and timely operations. The role includes issuing train orders, monitoring movements, and maintaining accurate logs, with paid on‑the‑job training and a six‑month training period.
Key focus areas include Issue train orders, track warrants, and movement authorities in compliance with company and FRA regulations, Coordinate with train crews, maintenance‑of‑way personnel, and other departments to ensure safe operations, and Monitor train movements and conditions and take necessary actions to maintain safety and performance.
Successful candidates bring Watco Companies, Inc. General Code Of Operating Rules Course And Examination, Watco Companies, Inc. Rules Governing Train Dispatchers Course And Examination, and Examination For The United States Hazardous Materials Instruction For Rail. Important skills include Issue Train Orders, Issue Track Warrants, Issue Movement Authorities, Coordinate With Train Crews, Coordinate With Maintenance-Of-Way Personnel, and Monitor Train Movements.
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Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference
Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco:
- Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek• Competitive compensation and benefits• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University• Career advancement opportunities
Job Summary
Hourly Pay: $23.40/hourTraining Period: 6 months of training before working independentlyGround School (Training): 3 weeks in Birmingham, ALShifts: Five 8-hour shifts per week (may not be consecutive),24/7, 365 days
Responsible for coordinating and directing train movements across the short line railroad network to ensure safe, efficient, and timely operations. Acts as the central communication point between train crews, maintenance of way teams, and management. This job description is general and illustrative of the type of duties required for this position. This description is not all inclusive and is not meant to be a detailed description of each duty performed by the incumbent of the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Issue train orders, track warrants, and movement authorities in compliance with company and FRA regulations • Coordinate with train crews, maintenance-of-way personnel, and other departments to ensure safe operations • Monitor train movements and conditions (e.g., weather, crew availability, equipment status, track conditions, speed restrictions) and take necessary actions to maintain safety and performance • Track train delays, prioritize high-priority trains, and manage the movement and protection of special loads (high/wide loads, etc.) • Communicate via telephone or radio with train crews, yard supervisors, and other personnel regarding movements, orders, and instructions, work with law enforcement in emergencies • Report railroad crossing malfunctions, ensuring proper notifications and protection; maintain Federal records for legal compliance • Maintain accurate logs of train movements, communications, and operational events • Ensure professional, accurate, and efficient communication, recorded for safety, accountability, and customer service
Qualifications
- Prior dispatch experience preferred • Ensure high performance and professional development •Successfully complete the Watco Companies, Inc. General Code of Operating Rules course and examination•Successfully complete the Watco Companies, Inc.• Rules Governing Train Dispatchers course and examination •Complete the Examination for the United States Hazardous Materials Instruction for Rail
Education
Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent
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