Transloader

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

Pay Rate: $25.50$26.50/hour based on experience
Schedule:
Standard: MondayFriday 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
When trains need to be loaded: 24-hour coverage (two 7 AM7 PM / 7 PM7 AM shifts) until the train is complete

Travel: Not a regular requirement; however once trained employees may have opportunities to travel to support other site operations within the region.

Why Join Our Team

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical dental vision

• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance

• Company-paid sickness and accident income

• 401(k) matching

• Annual safety shoe reimbursement

• Prescription safety wear

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Marmon employee discount program

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of in-plant rail switching transloading and material handling servicesoperating at over 75 locations in North America. We use our own locomotives and employees to safely move railcars within industrial manufacturing and production plants.

In addition to railcar switching we provide transloading railcar loading/unloading track maintenance inspection repair and more.

Railserve is a Marmon Group company part of Berkshire Hathaway.

The Role

This position supports rail and transloading operations at our Ross ND site. The role involves hands-on work outdoors in all weather conditions loading/unloading railcars operating equipment and contributing to safe and efficient railcar movement.

We are open to training candidates of all experience levels.

Once trained employees have opportunities to travel to other Railserve locations within the region to support operations.

What youd be doing:

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel sand water and other supplies.
• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls such as throttle and airbrakes to move locomotive.
• Interprets train orders train signals and rules and regulations to operate locomotive following safety regulations operating procedures and switching schedule.
• Assists crew leader in training new employees.
• Observes track to detect obstructions.
• Prepares reports to explain accidents unscheduled stops or delays.
• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.
• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.
• Operation of hand or ground throw switches derails gates etc.
• Control movement of equipment by radio hands and lantern.
• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.
• Handling air hoses wheel chocks coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who Were Looking For

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Military experience helpful

• All experience levels welcome training provided

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Dependable and punctual with reliable transportation

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong communication and active listening skills

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking

• Occasional sitting climbing balancing kneeling or crawling

• Ability to lift and move heavy items

• Full range of vision required: distance color peripheral depth perception focus

Environmental Conditions

• Industrial outdoor environment

• Moderate to heavy physical activity

• Use of hand tools and power tools

• Must follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE

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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.