Rail Terminal Operator

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring immediately for this position working at the BNSF St Louis Rail Terminal in a recession-proof industry! This is an entry-level position with on-the-job training. We'll teach you everything you need to know in order to be successful on the job. No Experience is required. The job is a combination of a Hostler Driver and Ground Person as they are 1 and the same job.

What You'll Do:

• This role combines the responsibilities of a Hostler Driver and Ground Person. You will learn to operate a jockey truck, maneuvering 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis around the rail yard.
• Engage in various ground duties, including climbing on and off railcars, securing tracks, and handling inner box connectors (IBCs).
• Assist crane operators/Side Loaders with equipment loading and unloading using hand signals.
• Play a key role in stacking and unstacking chassis, as well as loading and unloading chassis racks.
• Fulfill other assigned duties in a dynamic and team-oriented work environment.
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Starting Rate: $20.00/hr with no experience (Possibility to start at a higher rate if you have previous Jockey Experience) 

Shifts:

• First shift 0600-1800 ( 12 hours)
• 2nd shift 1800-0400(10 hours)

Benefits: (Medical Starts after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your probationary period)

• Affordable Healthcare and Vision Benefits, Free Dental
• Free Life Insurance
• 6 paid holidays as well as Sick Time and Vacation Pay
• 401K available
• Yearly Raises
• Advancement Opportunities to become a lift operator, foreman, supervisor, and even management.

Qualifications: (NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)

• Have a valid Driver's License.
• Pass a drug test & a Physical Capabilities Test
• No GED or diploma required
• Strong communication skills required
• There are other requirements not listed that will be discussed during the interview process.

APPLICANTS MUST currently live within a 45-minute commute of St Louis. OUT OF AREA candidates and/or those requiring relocation will NOT be considered.

This job would be suitable for persons looking for jobs in a warehouse, as a delivery driver, a forklift driver, working outdoors, a laborer, doing landscaping, and working in a railyard.