Railyard Vehicle Unloader - St. Paul, MN

Railyard Vehicle Unloader - St. Paul, MN

Salary Range $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Railyard Vehicle Unloader

Do you have a valid driver's license and enjoy working outdoors?! Come join our team as an Unloader!

This position is great for anyone who wants to work in a unique environment and doesn't want to be stuck in an office.

As a PTI Railyard Vehicle Unloader, you will be responsible for 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. If you like a fast-paced, physical position that gets you up and moving, then this is for you.

Our current starting pay is $18.00/hr.

Benefits:

• No prior experience required
• Multiple benefit plan options
• Paid vacation time
• 401(K) retirement
• On the job training
• Room for growth and advancement within the company

Responsibilities:

• Must safely adjust rail cars to set up unloading out of the rail cars.
• 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.
• Work in tight and narrow spaces.
• Participate in job briefings with the Supervisors and crew prior to work beginning.
• Wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as safety vest, or high vis shirts, safety glasses at times, hearing protection and safety toe boots, when required.
• Maintain clear communication with other crew members while moving vehicles.
• 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

Our ideal candidate must:

• Have a valid drivers license
• Must be able to maintain eRail certification credentials as required by the railroad.
• Have good written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with a variety of individuals.
• Be able to work 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; requires bending, squatting, leaning, and moving plates to span rail cars.
• Must be able to see and hear moving equipment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed including weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and holidays.

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