Rail Loader/Unloader
AWCT is hiring 2 Rail Loader/Unloaders for our Flint location. Please apply fast for this position!
Summary
This position prepares railcars for loading, drives vehicles onto proper railcars, secures vehicles to
railcars according to manufacturer and American Association of Railroad (AAR) standards, and
prepares railcars for transportation at the Flint Lake State – GM facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Drive vehicles onto rail cars
Secure vehicles on rail cars using chocks or chains
Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
Inspect vehicles for damage
Report damage to lead, supervisor, or manager
Train new employees and temporary workers
Maintain a positive behavior and conduct in the workplace while acting and communicating with other customers, vendors, co-workers, and management
Able to react to change productively
Any duties as assigned
Good and regular attendance
Ability to work in a variety of situations
Minimum Requirements
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's license
Must have a good sense of balance and have the ability to maintain 3 points of contact
Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions
Ability to pass the AWCT Safe Driving and Rail Safety tests with a 80% or higher accuracy
Must be able to work in tight spaces when loading vehicles
Must be able to work at heights approximately 15 feet above the ground
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's license
Maintain a good driving record
Ability to drive both manual automatic transmission vehicles
Ability to work at a height approximately 15 feet above the ground
Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
Physical Demands
Check physical
demands that apply
Describe job responsibilities that
require physical demands checked
Standing
10
% of time
Waiting for van
Walking
40
% of time
To vehicles in load lines and through
rail cars
Sitting
50
% of time
Driving vehicles
Lifting
50
lbs.
Rail car ladders
Carrying
50
lbs.
Rail car ladders
Pushing
10
lbs.
Rail car ladders
Pulling
10
lbs.
Rail car ladders
Stepping
0-25
% of time
Stairs, may have to climb in and out of
van, up and down ladders
Balancing
15
% of time
Rail car ladders
Stooping
0-25
% of time
Tying down or chocking and
ratcheting
Kneeling
0-25
% of time
Tying down or chocking and
ratcheting
Crouching
0-25
% of time
Tying down or chocking and
ratcheting
Crawling
0-25
% of time
Tying down or chocking and
ratcheting
Reaching
34-66
% of time
Minimum 10# grip/drive vehicles, tools, setting accessories, rail ladders,
doors, handles
Handling
67-100
% of time
Drive vehicles; load/unload; tie down, keys, chocks, ratchets, steering,
ladders
Speaking
Communicate understanding, request
assistance
Hearing
Tying down or chocking and
ratcheting
Seeing
Driving vehicles
Depth Perception
Driving vehicles
Color Vision
Identifying cones
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AWCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class with respect to employment opportunities.