Rail Loader - Blue Springs, MS **Starting Pay $21.25/hr

R.J. Corman Railroad Switching Company is looking for Rail Loaders in Blue Springs, MS.   

Rail Loaders load and secure new automobiles onto railcars for shipment. The employee must be capable of operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner in order to avoid injury or damage. Therefore, the employee must be safety conscious with high regard and awareness of other employees working on and within the parameters of equipment. Rail Loaders must also practice good relations on worksite to ensure customer satisfaction.

Hourly Rate: $21.25

Responsibilities:

• Ensure working conditions are safe, and proper PPE is being used as required before starting any work.
• Safely drive both non-commercial company vehicles and new automobiles without causing damage.
• Prepare railcar for loading which includes the following:
• Placing plates on all railcar decks.
• Inspecting tie downs and chocks before use.
• Inspecting railcar for cleanliness and damage.
•  Input driver identification number and scan in new automobile prior to loading onto railcar.
• Exit new automobiles inside railcar without causing damage.
• Properly tie down and chalk new vehicle onto railcar without causing damage.
• Safely exit the railcar (height: 15-20 feet) using the R.J. Corman required three - point grip at all times.

Education and Experience:

• Valid Driver’s License REQUIRED
• The ability to operate a range of vehicles in a safe and responsible manner
• The ability to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion
• Decision making skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of cars and equipment safety

Physical Requirements:

• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing ladders, and balancing on equipment in a safe manner
• Able to perform physical strenuous work
• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Able to navigate and work in confined spaces
• Able to frequently carry and lift 40lbs overhead
• Able to push and pull with up to 204lbs of force to adjust ramps inside rail car

Environmental Conditions: Must be able to perform specified duties outside in all weather conditions. A rapidly expanding company requires employees to be flexible with altering plant operating schedules.

Job Dimensions: Must be able to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion. This position does not require supervision of fellow employees.

Benefits: R.J Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J Corman offers the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Flexible spending account benefits
• Paid maternity leave
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Work boot allowance
• Employee referral program
• Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train

R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free work place. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.