Rail Yard Hostler (Harvey)

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Job Description

Responsible for directing crane operators in moving cargo containers and prepares railcars for loading and unloading. Once trained to operate a hostler you will drive trailers and chassis with containers around the rail yard terminal as they are loaded and unloaded to/from the train.

Shift Time: Must be able to work any of the following shift times assigned

• 6:00 am to 2:30 pm
• 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm
• 10:00 pm to 6:30 am

Benefits

• Exceptional Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits (3 plan design choices)
• 401(k)
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Weekly
• Paid Time Off (After probationary period)
• Opportunity for growth

Responsibilities

Prepares rail cars for the correct size of the trailer/containers to be loaded

• Guides/directs the crane operator in unloading/loading cargo containers Installs inter box connector locks (IBC) and climbs on the rail car to remove and install the IBC lock
• Sets the Derailer
• Spot chassis for inbound containers
• Park inbound trailer/containers S
• pot outbound trailer/containers for loading
• Clear bare chassis away from the tracks

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Open availability to work: day, swing, night, weekends, and holidays
• Must comply with established safety rules, policies, and procedures, including wearing required safety equipment
• Documented successful completion of lawful post-offer, pre-employment checks including criminal background check and drug screening.

Parsec is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical conditions, family care status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal laws.