What are the responsibilities and job description for the OMNI Transportation - Utility I position at OmniTRAX?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Utility I position is a cross functional role that is able to handle several key duties within the Transportation, Engineering & Mechanical Departments. This position oversees the train, freight and crew : operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars and places cars to facilitate loading and unloading, places cars and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. This position also installs and repairs railroad track on a specified territory of railroad. Safely operates spike pullers and spike drivers : removes old spikes, drives new spikes, and performs related maintenance to railroad track that meet department and company goals, and comply with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) rules and regulations.
This role also performs inspections, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation of locomotive mechanical systems, air equipment and electrical systems, and equipment such as : diesel engine, motors, generators, wheels, air brakes, wiring and lighting systems, and other mechanical and electrical components.
The Utility I position demonstrates and adheres to the company values of : safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX's continued success.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Move trains safely in the yards and over roads
- Operate track switches, inspect equipment on cars and use radio communications to control train movement
- Performs inspections, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation of locomotive mechanical systems, air equipment and electrical systems, and equipment such as : diesel engine, motors, generators, wheels, air brakes, wiring and lighting systems, and other mechanical and electrical components
- Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches and make minor repairs to railcars : including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
- Communicate with Locomotive Engineer and other parties in the yard using proper hand signals and / or radio communication protocol
- Conduct the movement of rail cars and train movements; signal crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back-up or set and release air brakes
- Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern, or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train
- Operate track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties
- Safe and efficient operation of locomotive including full mobility in seated position facing forward and to the side
- Manipulate throttle and brake controls; interpret gauges and controls
- Operate valves and switches both inside and outside of the cab including applying and releasing handbrakes
- Adhere to directions from conductors and brakemen
- Work independently and / or with train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and service locomotive including brake shoes, oil, sand and fuel
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the FRA if applicable
- Work safely in a construction / field environment following the safety rules and carrying out the work in a manner that promotes a safe work environment
- Operate spike pullers, spike drivers to perform construction and maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks
- Raise rail using track jack to facilitate removal and installation of railroad ties
- Drill holes with power drill through rails for bolt insertion
- Operate track-wrench machine to tighten and / or loosen bolts at rail joints
- Operate rail saw to cut rails into specified lengths
- Drive company vehicles
- Perform CDL work if required by location to meet qualifications of the FMCSA Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Subpart B : Qualification and Disqualification of Drivers and other regulations as applicable, including but not limited to, Part §391.11
- Complete inspection and repair reports according to company and FRA specifications and guidelines
- Following general safety rules, perform diagnostics, installation and repair of locomotive components to ensure proper operation and compliance with required federal and company specifications
- Complete periodic inspection per FRA standard and frequency.
OTHER DUTIES
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
WORK ENVIRONMENT
TRAVEL
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Strength
Freq
Cons
Weight / Force
Height From
Height To
Lifting - "136-pound Plate"
18.9 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Lining Bar
26 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Claw Bar
30.7 lb
Two Hands
0 in
60 in
Lifting - Impact Wrench
31 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Portable Derail
44.3 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Track Jack
48.5 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Compromise Bar (136 / 115)
53.8 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - 136-pound Angle Bar
56.1 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - 136-pound Angle Bar
58.8 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Tools, Parts and Equipment
65 lb
Two Hands
0 in
60 in
Strength
Freq
Cons
Weight /
Force
Side
Height
Rotation
Grip Pattern
Hand Spread
Pushing - Manual Track Wrench
106 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pushing - Spike Puller / Claw Bar
118.8 lb
Two Hands
Waist
Pronated
Hook
Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch
133.7 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - Hydraulic Spike Driver
60.5 lb
Two Hands
26 in
Pronated
Cylinder
13 in
Pulling - Hydraulic Spike Puller
63.9 lb
Two Hands
34 in
Pronated
Cylinder
10 in
Pulling - Ergo Bow Switch
75.1 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - High Stand Switch
87 lb
Two Hands
36 in
Pronated
Cylinder
Pulling - Rail Turner 39-foot Rail (90 lb)
88.3 lb
Two Hands
Waist
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs
119.1 lb
Two Hands
30 in
Neutral
Hook
Pulling - Drag 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs
174.7 lb
Two Hands
25 in
Neutral
Hook
Upper Body
Freq
Cons
Description
Reaching - Below Knee
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.
Reaching - Over Shoulder
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) above shoulder level.
Reaching - Knee to Shoulder
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) between knee and shoulder level.
Handling - Both
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands.
Fingering - Fine Motor Manipulation
Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers.
Cervical Flexion / Extension
Flexing and / or extending at the cervical spine.
Rotation - Cervical
Rotating at the cervical spine.
Rotation - Thoracic & Lumbar
Rotating at the thoracic and lumbar spine.
Lower Body
Freq
Cons
Dist.
Description
Sitting
Remaining in a seated position.
Standing
Remaining on one's feet in an upright position without moving about.
Walking
Moving about on foot. Walk on uneven surfaces.
Climbing
Ascending or descending between two points.
Balancing
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
Stooping
Bending body forward by bending spine at the waist.
Kneeling - Two Knees
Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one or both knees.
Crouching / Squatting
Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
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