Prep Crew Laborer - Toledo, OH

Prep Crew Laborer - Toledo, OHJob Location: Toledo-OH-43608Employment Type: HourlyJob Type: Full TimeStart a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco:Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and NewsweekCompetitive compensation and benefitsPaid on-the-job training with peer trainersTraining for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance CenterLeadership and development programs offered through Watco UniversityCareer advancement opportunitiesStarting Pay Rate: $20/hourJob SummaryThe Prep Crew Laborer is responsible for preparing auto rack railcars for vehicle loading by setting chocks, adjusting, closing, and lubing railcar doors in compliance with Federal, industrial and company regulatory and safety standards. They help clean the facilities, railcars, and other areas on the property and may assist with minor railcar repairs.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare multi-level auto rack railcars in accordance with Appendix B of Association of American Railroad and company standardsDemonstrate predictable, dependable, and timely attendanceFollow detailed written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedulePhysically open and close doors of multi-level auto rack railcarsInspect and lubricate railcar doors, pin assemblies, and door tracksUse portable backpack blowers, vacuums, brooms, and power tools to clean debris from multi-level railcar decksInspect multi-level railcar racks for defects and debrisRepair minor railcar defectsSafely place vehicle wheel chocks and other securement devicesRemove snow and ice from railcar decks, walkways, and facilitiesKeep accurate inventory of railcar repair partsPerform general facility maintenance such as cleaning, sweeping, and taking out trashUnderstand and apply company and railway safety compliance standardsQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Must be able to pass and obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.Must have a valid driver's license.Ability to operate a forklift preferred but not required.Education: Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent