Grapple Operator

Northern Plains Railroad, Inc.•Hastings, MN

4d•$66,560 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Grapple Operator position operates tractor trailers, medium and heavy trucks, load, transport, and unload materials, equipment, and supplies for the company. This role involves performing manual labor, assisting in track structure maintenance and construction, and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. The position requires flexibility in schedule and the ability to travel regionally and for production purposes.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain a current North Dakota Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Health card required.
Able to operate heavy equipment or possess comprehensive skills to learn.
GED or higher.
1 years’ experience driving a semi-truck.
Class A unrestricted CDL Required.
Ability to obtain a DOT medical card required.
Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPRS driver provisions.
Pass a mandatory drug test.
Undergo a thorough physical examination.
Provide professional references.
Complete a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor trailers and medium and heavy trucks.
Load, transport, and unload materials, equipment, and supplies.
Maintain truck with accurate and up to date logbooks in compliance with DOT regulations and guidelines.
Perform manual labor consisting of bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and lifting while working at ground level.
Assist in the restoration, renewal, maintenance, and new construction of track structures as needed.
Travel as required.
Work overtime as necessary.
Properly utilize company vehicle; operate in compliance with DMV rules and regulations.
Participate in U.S. Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing program.
Perform basic safety and operational vehicle inspections before and after each trip.
Perform daily / routine maintenance and / or mechanical repairs of assigned truck as skill and time allows.
Operate a variety of equipment to move them on, properly secure, and remove them off the trailer at destinations.
Demonstrate basic equipment operation to customers as required.
Use road maps for efficient and timely transportation.
Maintain proper permits, bills of landing, invoices, and other forms to account for pick up and deliveries.
Work flexible schedule to meet the needs of the Company and the customer.
Perform work on Northern Plains Railroad as directed.