We are hiring several full-time Rail Loaders for our multiple locations throughout the greater Toledo and Metro Detroit areas. You must have a valid Driver’s License, be ok with working outside 100% of the time and in all weather conditions. This is a very fast paced location running 7 days a week and up to 12 hours a day. You must be physically capable of performing job duties.
These positions train on day shift and then will be put in the open shifts that are needed which can include evenings and nights. You MUST be flexible with all shifts and have availability for weekends. Shifts usually run 8-12 hours.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This position prepares railcars for loading, drives vehicles onto proper railcars, secures vehicles to railcars according to the manufacturer and American Association of Railroad standards, and prepares railcars for transportation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES & TASKS:
- Drive vehicles onto rail cars
- Secure vehicles on the rail cars using chocks or chains
- Set bridge plates
- Raise and lower decks
- Set buck ramp
- Store chocks or chains
- Inspect vehicles for damage
- Report damage or miss bays to lead, supervisor, or manager
- Train new employees
- Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
- Maintain a positive behavior and conduct in the workplace while acting and communicating with other customers, vendors, co-workers, and management
- Good and regular attendance
- Ability to work in a variety of situation
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Ability to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
- Ability to read and interpret SDS Manuals
- Have knowledge of hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, etc.…)
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must have and maintain a valid State Driver’s License and a good driving record
- Must have a good sense of balance and have the ability to maintain 3 points of contact
- Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
- Must be able to work in tight spaces when loading vehicles
- Must be able to work at heights approximately 15 feet above the ground
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs over your head
- Must be able to push, pull or carry up to 85 lbs
- Ability to stand, walk and work outdoors in various weather conditions