Evansville Western Railway, Inc.

10/01/2025

Short line and regional railroads provide dynamic and rewarding career options in an industry with vast opportunities!

Offering positions in operations, maintenance and repair, innovation and technology, finance, legal, human resources, marketing and sales, leadership and more, these often nationally recognized and award-winning regional and short line railroads are a vital part of the national freight rail network, touching communities across the United States.

For careers with Evansville Western Railway check out our website evwr.com

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Short line and regional railroads provide dynamic and rewarding career options in an industry with vast opportunities! Offering positions in operations, main...

08/28/2025

🚨 Now Hiring: Locomotive Electrician – Mt. Vernon, IN 🚨

Evansville Western Railway, Inc. is looking for a skilled Locomotive Electrician to join our team in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

🔧 What You’ll Do:
• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain electrical equipment on locomotives
• Troubleshoot locomotive failures and replace defective components
• Perform operational and electrical tests on locomotives
• Work with wiring, relays, motors, batteries, and electronic systems
• Safely operate cranes, hoists, power tools, forklifts, and more
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and in safe working order

✅ What We’re Looking For:
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience with electrical systems, hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical diagrams
• Must be able to work day or night shifts as assigned
• Able to lift 50–100 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong safety mindset and ability to work independently or as part of a team

📍 Location: Mt. Vernon, Indiana
👷 Full-time | Shift work required

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a company that values safety, teamwork, and growth—we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply today at: evwr.com

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08/14/2025

08/13/2025

🚨 WE’RE HIRING – Assistant Trainmaster 🚨
📍 Location: Mount Vernon, IN
💼 Company: Evansville Western Railway, Inc.
💰 Competitive pay + full benefits

Evansville Western Railway is looking for a motivated and safety-focused Assistant Trainmaster to join our team in Mount Vernon, Indiana! This full-time role is key to supervising train and engine crews and ensuring operations meet FRA, AAR, and company standards.

If you're experienced in railroad operations and ready to step into a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:
✅ Direct supervision of train & engine crews
✅ Monitor safety performance and conduct efficiency testing
✅ Coordinate with customers and departments for prompt service
✅ Train and evaluate employees
✅ Lead incident investigations and handle employee relations

What We’re Looking For:
✔️ 2+ years of railroad experience (required)
✔️ High school diploma or equivalent (required)
✔️ Knowledge of railroad rules, dispatching, and regulations
✔️ Strong leadership and communication skills
✔️ Willing to work flexible hours (nights, weekends, on-call)
✔️ Must pass background check and drug test

Perks & Benefits:
🦷 Medical, dental, and RX insurance
🛑 Life insurance
📈 401(k) with matching
🏖️ Paid time off & parental leave
📍 Local relocation required

📅 Schedule: 8-hour shifts, including nights and weekends
📌 Work Location: In person, Mount Vernon, IN

📩 Apply today and be part of keeping America’s rail moving!
evwr.com

06/24/2025

10/07/2024

Evansville Western Railway, Inc. was awarded the 2023 Jake Award from American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association. To be honored with a Jake Award an ASLRRA member railroad must perform better than the Class II and III industry average injury frequency rate as reported by the Federal Railroad Administration ("FRA") during the prior year.

Congratulations to all EVWR employees for your focus on safety. Please continue to take the extra time to insure we are putting SAFETY above all other competing demands.

Be safe first and railroad second.

06/26/2024

🚂We're hiring!🚂
Apply online evwr.com

04/15/2024

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04/05/2024

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