Freight Trans-loader

Strasburg Rail Road Company

Position Description

Position Title: Freight Trans-loader

Retirement: Railroad

Worker Category: Full-time

FLSA: Non-exempt

Position Reports To: Freight Logistics Manager

Position Purpose: A Freight Trans-loader’s primary purpose is to load/unload inbound/outbound rail freight cars, trucks, or other tasks as assigned by Freight Logistics Manager or other superiors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Move products such as grain, aggregate, lumber and liquids from loaded rail freight cars to customer trucks or short-term storage.
• Load rail freight cars with product delivered by customer truck.
• Prepare empty/loaded rail freight cars for safe movement.
• Keep workplace clean and orderly.
• Comply with instructions provided by supervisor or designees.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspection of machinery.
• Operate machinery such as but not limited to forklifts, telehandlers, skid-steer loader, backhoe, grain elevator.
• Remove and replace defective parts using lifting equipment such as overhead cranes as required.
• Document work and billing utilizing a computer as required.
• Will be cross trained in Roadway Parts 213 and 214 FRA regulations.
• Perform additional duties as required.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Maximizes product movement volume and number of cars processed per day.
• Able to identify properly and improperly functioning systems and diagnose problems.
• Seeks instruction when needed to complete given tasks.
• Shows up to work on time, properly attired and prepared to work.
• Enthusiastically takes on responsibility and aids Team Members to accomplish department goals.
• Works safely and efficiently and maintains a clean and orderly workplace.
• Complies with instructions from superiors and works independently when required.
• Complies with all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook or supplemental policy or guideline memos from the President.
• Works well with others.
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement.
• Will qualify for railroad retirement.
• Subject to random drug testing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with railroad operations a plus but not required.
• Freight background a plus.
• Construction and/or rough terrain operator/forklift required.
• Experience working with/around heavy machinery/equipment.
• Mechanically inclined a must.
• Enthusiasm for the company and its mission.
• Ability to carry out verbal or written instructions.
• Proficient with the use of hand and power tools.
• Possession of valid driver’s license.
• Organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
• Willingness to work at heights on ladders, scaffolds, man lifts or on top of rail mounted equipment.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Positive attitude and personal confidence in management
• Willingness and desire to learn.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time, minimum forty (40) hours per week. Shift has regular variations due to changing priorities, shipping and train schedules along with other factors.
• Work is primarily outdoors; duties will require working in all weather conditions at all times of the year.
• Work requires regular social contact with Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Frequent exposure in a yard setting to soot, dust, and other potentially hazardous substances.
• Frequent need for personal protective equipment.
• Extended periods of walking or standing.
• Frequent lifting in excess of 50 pounds.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTION

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