Railroad Driver/Groundman

Groundman/Hostler Position
We are seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Groundman/Hostler to join our intermodal ramp operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers and containers within the yard, ensuring equipment is properly positioned for loading and unloading, and supporting smooth ramp operations.
Safety is our top priority. The Groundman/Hostler must consistently follow all operating rules, procedures, and best practices to protect themselves, their coworkers, and company property. Attention to detail, situational awareness, and commitment to safe driving and handling practices are essential.
Our values of integrity, teamwork, and accountability guide everything we do. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with other team members to coordinate equipment movements and maintain an efficient workflow. Every task contributes to the success of the team, and we rely on each individual's commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality service.
If you are motivated, safety-driven, and thrive in a team environment, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of an operation that values hard work, responsibility, and mutual respect.
Starting pay is $21.79/hr. After 90 days, pay increases to $22.79 per hour.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Employees will train at the entry-level Groundman position for a minimum of two weeks.
Groundman will prepare railcars for loading and unloading by removing and installing IBC locks.
Employees will also be trained in the Hostler Driver position.
Drivers perform a variety of driving tasks, including hauling containers from the rail track to other areas of the intermodal yard for outside driver pickup, moving chassis, and moving containers about the intermodal yard in a safe and efficient manner.
Qualifications
To 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General requirements / education and/or experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year's related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid Driver's License. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Company will train.
Language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Reasoning ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.