Railcar vehicle unloader/driver

119041 German Gulch Road, Butte MT

Description

Job Summary The Auto Handler/Unloader is responsible for the safe and quality handling of customer and company property. Specifically, movement of vehicles on/off railroad equipment. This position works outside in all types of weather, driving, and unloading vehicles to and from rail cars. Essential Job Responsibilities • Must safely adjust rail cars to set up unloading out of the rail cars. This requires bending, squatting, leaning, and moving plates to span rail cars together. • Must safely move vehicles off the rail car to set up for pick up or shipment. • Must drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles, including oversized vehicles. • Works outside in all weather conditions. • Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed including weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and holidays. • Works in tight and narrow spaces. • Participate in job briefings with the Supervisors and crew prior to work beginning. • Ensures compliance is met under HAZMAT and OSHA Regulations. This would include reporting any incidents to the supervisory immediately. The auto handler/unloader is required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as safety vest, or high vis shirts, safety glasses at times, hearing protection when required and safety toe boots, when applicable. • Responsible for maintaining clear communication with other crew members while moving vehicles with use of the radio. • Participates in daily safety briefings. • Inspect all rail equipment and vehicles to ensure there is no damage and notify the operator and supervisor immediately if damage is found. • Handle all rail equipment and vehicles in a safe and efficient manner. • Maintain awareness and organization within the auto yard facility, attention to the ground surfaces to include (potholes, debris and/or slippery conditions). Qualifications • Valid Driver’s License. • Advanced knowledge of railroad industry from a vocational education institute, apprenticeship, on the job training and/or similar work experience. • Must be able to pass E-Rail Certification as required by the railroad. • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with a variety of individuals. Work Environment • Required job duties are performed in all outdoor conditions including (rain, snow, ice, heat, wind, cold, etc). • May need to travel throughout the yard/facility by walking or driving. • Physically demanding position and due to the nature of the environment. Must be able to see and hear fast moving equipment. Contact Chad @ 406-565-7937