Laborer (Cairo, IL)
About The Position
American Commercial Barge Line is seeking a Laborer in Cairo, Illinois, to help prepare barges for cargo loading and support maintenance and repair operations. The role includes cleaning cargo hoppers and barge exteriors, removing debris and other materials with hand tools and high-pressure water equipment, and operating equipment after completing required training. The Laborer also assists with water removal, temporary repairs, special projects, preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and confined-space atmospheric testing. The position requires adherence to safety procedures and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Requirements
- Must live within 50 miles of the Cairo fleet location.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to perform job tasks as assigned by the foreman or supervisor.
- Strong attention to detail and precision.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing 75 pounds.
- Basic knowledge of safety procedures and the importance of following safety guidelines.
- Ability to understand and demonstrate signaling to a crane operator during the lifting and movement of loads.
- Must successfully complete Powered Industrial Operators class before operating front-end loaders, tractors, or forklifts.
- Must successfully complete Rigger Training before rigging loads for crane lifting and movement.
- Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Clean cargo hoppers and barge exterior surfaces to prepare them for cargo loading, removing debris and other materials with brooms, shovels, and high-pressure water equipment.
- Operate front-end loaders, tractors, and forklifts after successfully completing the required Powered Industrial Operators class.
- Follow safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Complete cleaning tasks efficiently and on schedule so barges are ready for cargo loading.
- Maintain records of cleaning activities and report incidents, accidents, or issues to a supervisor.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to support smooth operations and meet quality standards.
- Pump water from void compartments and hoppers of company-owned and operated equipment.
- Assist with shingling barges and other temporary repairs to maintain the watertight integrity of floating equipment.
- Assist with construction and repair of special projects.
- Assist with preventative and routine maintenance on equipment and machinery.
- Assist with safety audits and inspections of the work area.
- Conduct confined-space atmospheric tests.
- Signal crane operators during the lifting and movement of loads and rig loads for crane operations after completing required training.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage and benefits.
- $1,000 signing bonus after 90 working days.
- On-the-job training and skill development.
- Safety-focused work culture.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
