Driver/Operator - CDL A

Description

Basic Function :

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 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 :

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

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.

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.

• 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.
• Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments.
• Continuously monitors equipment / vehicles to minimize down town and to ensure operational readiness.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment / vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager / Foreman for repair.
• Participates in disassembly / loading of cranes and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment.
• 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.

• Flexible / work-ready to perform tasks for other departments / divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations.
• Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
• 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

Subordinate Positions : N / A

Immediate Supervisor's Title : Supervisor, Foreman

Required Skills and Experience :

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.

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with good driving record.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Able to read, write and speak English
• Must pass qualification tests as required (includes E-Rail Safe and other training / safety programs).
• Must meet 24 / 7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.
30+ days ago