Cranemasters Inc

Laborer - CDL A- Rerail

Richmond, VA

About This Job

Responsible for loading, unloading and safe transportation of equipment and/or materials to/from job site, operation of equipment at job site (if qualified) and providing assistance, including manual labor, in one or more of the following: rerailing operations, maintenance/repair of railroad cars, load adjust/transfer activities and track maintenance/repair/new builds.

Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner so as to protect employees and the assets of the Company.

Essential Functions:

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Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations.

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Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported. Verifies transportation permits to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate.

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Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment. Actively participates in daily safety briefing.

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Moves, stages, loads/unloads materials/equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust/transfer, and/or track maintenance/repair/new builds. Upon conclusion of assignment ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation and actively participates in site clean-up.

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Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations.

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Operates equipment (cranes, backhoes, grapple truck, dump truck, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities.

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Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments.

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Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize down time and to ensure operational readiness.

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Perform and document minor service on equipment/vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman for repair.

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Participates in disassembly/loading of cranes and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment.

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Upon return to home base restocks vehicles/equipment with necessary parts, components, supplies in preparation of future work. Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations.

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Flexible/work-ready to perform tasks for other departments/divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations.

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Follows all required safety policies and procedures.

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Maintains vehicles/equipment and work area ensuring that they are cleared of debris/trash, tools and equipment are organized and that the work area/vehicle/equipment present the level of quality and craftsmanship expected of Cranemasters’ team members.

Required Travel: Yes; Frequent/extended overnight travel

Required Skills and Experience:

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Three years of progressive experience operating heavy motorized equipment to include: backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor and skid-steer loaders; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

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Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with good driving record.

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Capable of understanding and following directions.

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Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.

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Able to read, write and speak English

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Must pass qualification tests as required (includes E-Rail Safe and other training/safety programs).

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Must meet 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands:

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Constantly on feet

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Walking / carrying loads on uneven surfaces and in ballast.

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Working in ALL weather conditions.

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Working extended hours.

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Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and / or walking.

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Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds; loads in excess of 50 pounds and which can be reduced, should be made lighter.

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Employee must obtain assistance when lifting items weighing more than 75 pounds, or items which present ergonomic challenges in lifting/movement/placement.

Laborer - CDL A- Rerail

About This Job

Essential Functions:

Required Travel: Yes; Frequent/extended overnight travel

Required Skills and Experience:

Physical Demands:

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