GSMR Rear Brakeman

Division/Department: Operations

Job Title: Rear Brakeman

Reports To: Train Master & Operations Manager

Type of position: Hourly / Non-exempt

Employee Classification: Seasonal

Location: Bryson City, NC

Compensation: $16-19 hour, depending on job experience

Job Summary: Wide range of responsibilities to support the Conductor for daily train operations with a focus on safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safe operation of the train.
• Ensure cars and restrooms are stocked, watered, and operating.
• Assist Conductor with seating issues.
• Assemble and deboard Wildwater passengers in an organized fashion.
• Reports any condition that affects the movement of the train to proper authorities.
• Provide assistance to passengers with special needs or mobility limitations.
• Line track switches basic mechanical inspections and minor repairs on train cars.
• Courteous support of passengers, managers and fellow employees.
• Engage customers demonstrating strong customer service skills as part of the overall team.
• Compliance with GSMR procedures, safety and operating rules.
• Work with other departments as part of a team to provide passengers/guest with positive memories.
• Restock all bathrooms with supplies on all cars of the consist
• Other duties as requested.

Work Environment:

• Work on and off the train in varied terrain in all weather during both daylight and dark hours.
• Work in railyard performing switching and assisting with train movement(s).
• Varied schedule throughout the year dictated by train schedule and maintenance operations.