Railroad Conductor/Laborer

Railroad Conductor/LaborerBirdsboro Quarry, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., is seeking a Railroad Conductor/Laborer to coordinate the operation of railroad locomotives, cars, and switching procedures in a safe and responsible manner, and support general labor activities in the yard to achieve daily production goals. The ideal candidate is motivated, energetic, interested and engaged in learning new skills, and carries out work safely.Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?Competitive salary commensurate with experience100% Company-paid Health Benefits401(k) Savings and Investment PlanTuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programsAdditional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and moreResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms all work according to MSHA, FRA, BMHK RR, and H&K Safety policiesMoves levers and depresses pedals to control operation, function and movement of machineryFeels and listens to operate equipment most efficientlyCleans equipment as neededEnsures equipment is safely and securely parked and storedMaintains equipment by greasing properly and checking fluids daily (oils, coolant, fuel level)Performs daily checks on equipment to ensure proper operating conditionMust perform daily work place safety exam if Brakeman/utility is not availableNotifies General Foreman of Railroad Operations of any requirements for maintenance or repairsOther duties as assignedQualificationsRequired Skills, Education, and ExperiencePrior railroad experienceEquivalent combinations of education and experience may be consideredTraining available based on balance of technical skills/experience, focus on safety, learning agility, and time managementVerbal and written communication skillsProblem solving and prioritization skillsBasic computer skillsAbility to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as neededAbility to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)Preferred Skills, Education, and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institutionMachinery knowledgeExperience operating heavy equipmentStrong preference for Loader operation experienceExperience working in a quarry, rail yard, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial settingMSHA, FRA, and/or BMHKK RR or other relevant safety certification or experiencePhysical DemandsRegularly required to StandWalkFrequently required to SitUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsTalk or hearOccasionally required to lift and/or move up to 100 poundsSpecific vision abilities include Distance, Peripheral, Depth perceptionWork EnvironmentRegularly exposed to: Outside weather conditions, Vibration, Moving partsFrequently exposed to fumes and airborne particlesNoise level is usually loudBirdsboro Quarry (formerly Birdsboro Materials) has been a regional leader in the production of high-quality construction aggregate since it opened for business in 2000. Considered one of H&K Group, Inc.'s (H&K's) largest surface mining operations, Birdsboro Quarry is steeped in mining history with earliest operations dating to the 1920's. Since this time and most recently under H&K's ownership, the quarry operation has become a model of modern construction aggregate operations, production and both conventional as well as rail freight transportation and delivery.The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K's strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)Pre-employment Physical100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!