What are the responsibilities and job description for the Railroad CDL Knuckle Boom Operator position at Progress Rail?

Job Purpose

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CDL Class A or B Truck Drivers for Mobile Rail Crews;
May be based out of - Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, etc.;
Job requires the driver to be away from home for 22 days straight and then off 7 days;
We assist in transportation home for the seven days off;
Hourly pay plus per diem and lodging.

Req ID

10209BR

City

Albertville

State : Alabama

Company Description

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.

Key Job Elements

Operate trucks that have clutch, manual gear shifts which requires a CDL Class "A" or "B";

Must be able to operate a boom-truck; a truck with a small knuckle-boom crane attached;

Must be able to use a cutting torch to cut sections of the railroad track;

Must be able to be away from home for 22 days on work schedule and then have 7 days scheduled off;

Must be able to perform physical work of lifting up to 50 lbs periodically;

Must be able to work in various weather conditions and perform duties outside, along railroad tracks.

Education / Training

Must have and maintain a valid CDL Class "A" or "B" license.

Qualifications and Experience

Must have and maintain a valid CDL Class "A" or "B" license;

Requires a minimum of 2 years of CDL driving experience;

Must have a clean driving record;

Must be able to drive manual-shift transmission;

Must be able to travel and be away from home for 22 days at a time;

Must be able to operate a truck-mounted small knuckle-boom crane;

Must be able to operate a cutting torch;

Must be able to pass a post-offer drug testing program and will be subject to random drug testing.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical / Dental / Vision / Life / Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time / part-time and regular / temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race / Color / Sex / Religion / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Vets / Disabilities

Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Rail Take-Up - 078

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