Gatehouse Clerk – Rail Yard Operations
Location: McCalla, AL
Starting Pay: $14.00 per hour
Schedule: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Call our Admin team at 205-432-4101 to schedule an interview.
About the Role
Road & Rail Services is hiring a Gatehouse Clerk to support daily rail yard operations in McCalla, AL. This position plays a key role in controlling access to the facility and ensuring drivers and equipment are processed safely and correctly.
This is not an office-only position. The work environment is active and industrial, with frequent outdoor exposure and interaction with truck drivers and yard personnel. Attention to detail, independence, and a strong safety mindset are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with customer procedures for in-gating and out-gating drivers
Process driver paperwork and log entries accurately
Inspect trailers during entry and exit
Answer phones and communicate with drivers, supervisors, and site personnel
Provide clear verbal safety instructions to drivers
Maintain accurate records using basic computer systems
Required Skills and Experience
Basic computer skills and ability to answer phones
Ability to multitask and manage responsibilities independently
Strong communication skills, including the ability to give safety instructions clearly
Dependable attendance and punctuality
High School Diploma or GED, or the ability to obtain one
Valid state driver's license
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Frequent work in outdoor environments in all weather conditions, including heat and cold
Exposure to dusty and noisy industrial conditions
Ability to bend, crouch, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the shift
Ability to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment
What We're Looking For
Safety-first mentality
Team-oriented, dependable attitude
Willingness to learn and follow procedures
Comfort working in an industrial rail yard environment
What We Offer
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and 401(k)
Paid holidays and vacation
Annual steel-toe boot allowance
All required PPE provided
Veteran-friendly workplace
Promote-from-within culture with long-term growth opportunities
Founded in 1987, Road & Rail Services has grown into a leading provider of rail-related services across North America. Our teams support plant and terminal operations as well as rail asset maintenance for railroads, shippers, and owners of rail equipment and facilities.
Apply today or call 205-432-4101 to schedule your interview.
Road & Rail Services is a recognized industry leader and a top-tier provider of rail related services to railroads, to rail shippers, and to railcar owners. With a reputation for excellence, the Company provides service solutions with competencies in train operations (railcar switching and shortline operations), in maintenance operations (rolling stock, infrastructure, and track assets), and product handling. Road & Rail Services has operations in 18 states and has a significant impact on the North American rail network, as recognized by numerous industry awards. The Company enhances operating velocity and asset condition within the automotive, aggregate, coal / utility, intermodal, paper, and steel / metals industries.
