Rail Loader / Unloader - SHAP

AWCT is family-owned and operated. Our vision : We are the premier provider of finished vehicle logistics in the United States. Our mission : We take pride in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality service for every customer vehicle. Our values : We respect each person's preferences and perspectives.

Summary

This position is to prepare railcars for loading and offloading, disengaging vehicles from railcars, driving vehicles off railcars, and preparing railcars for transportation according to manufacturer manuals and American Association of Railroad standards. This is a general overview of the requirements of the position, not an all-inclusive list of activities. This job description is continuously evolving and may change without notice. Safely driving vehicles onto or off railcars wearing PPE, securing vehicles to railcars according to manufacturer and American Association of Railroad standards.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Drive vehicles to and from specified locations in the yard and on / off rail cars.
• Make certain all vehicles are parked in proper locations and bayed correctly.
• Understand and apply all AWCT, customer, AAR, safety, and quality standards / policies.
• Follow all safety guidelines to guarantee the job is done in a safe manner.
• Identify vehicles and insert documentation or scan VINs as required.
• Inform Managers of any issues that could affect production, safety, or quality standards.
• Log / scan processed work into computer programs or tracking systems as required.
• Read and match VIN numbers (including VIN plate) quickly and accurately to ensure movement of proper vehicles.
• Read, compare, and understand work orders, repair orders, purchase orders, purge sheets, and other documents to complete work.
• Visually verify and inspect vehicles for damage prior to breaking chocks off any vehicle before starting to unload; notify supervisor of the damage immediately.
• Report missed bayed unit to supervisor or manager immediately.
• Open or close railcar doors.
• Raise and lower railcar decks.
• Lift, set and pin bridge plates and uninstall bridge plates as required.
• Responsible for junction spacing to ARR standards using proper equipment.
• Secure / unsecure customer vehicles to railcars using approved chocks and tie-downs as required; store any additional chocks and tie-downs left on the deck(s).
• Operate and set buck ramps and stationery loading / unloading ramps.
• Keep work areas, vans, appropriate work attire, etc. clean and neat
• Notify supervision of any workplace hazards or unsafe conditions immediately upon discovery.
• Attend monthly safety meetings.
• Report accidents and injuries immediately and follow up with the completion of the appropriate forms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Physical Demands

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Standing

25

% of time

Concrete, railcar, yard, rail car decks

Walking

60

% of time

Concrete, railcar, yard, rail car decks

Sitting

15

% of time

Driving vehicles & riding in vans

Lifting

55

lbs.

Raise / lower bridge plates, hinged decks

Carrying

7-55

lbs.

Chocks, tie down straps, bridge plates, tools, scanners

Pushing

75

lbs.

Open / close railcar and vehicle doors, ratcheting, come-alongs, lifting / lower decks

Pulling

75

lbs.

Open / close railcar and vehicle doors, rail ladders, ratcheting, come-alongs, lifting / lowering decks

Stepping

95

% of time

In / out vehicles, rail ladders, in / out railcars

Balancing

100

% of time

Exposed to outside weather conditions, often extreme, 100% of the time, climbing on / off railcars, walking, in / out of vehicles

Stooping

75

% of time

Tie / untie units on rail, placing chocks, inspections, breaking vehicles, ratcheting

Kneeling

75

% of time

Tie / untie units on rail, place chocks, inspections, breaking vehicles, ratcheting

Crouching

75

% of time

Tie / untie units on rail, placing chocks, inspecting vehicles, breaking vehicles, ratcheting

Crawling

10

% of time

Tie / untie units on rail, placing chocks, inspecting vehicles, breaking vehicles, 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

Communicating issues to others, communicating understanding, requesting assistance, notifying supervisors of safety issues

Hearing

Horns, vehicle noises for safety, rattles, listening to instructions / directions, safety briefings, supervisors, co-workers

Seeing

Vehicle colors, reports, work quality, safety postings and signs, safety hazards, street signs

Depth Perception

Driving vehicles, railcar depth

Color Vision

Vehicle identification, identifying safety flags / 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.

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