Rail Unloader

Associated Feed & Supply • Hughson, CA

4d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the rail unloader is required to operate, monitor, and maintain all aspects of the rail operation at this facility. This will include operation of the locomotive, keeping a daily inventory of all rail cars, unloading of cargo, routing products to the proper area of the facility, and maintenance of all components of the rail operation.

Requirements

• Valid California Driver's License and clean DMV record.
• Participation in a random drug testing program.
• Good physical condition.
• Able to lift and carry 75 lbs. for 100 feet.
• Able to communicate clearly and audibly in a noisy environment.
• Able to understand all railroad vocabulary.
• Flexible to work varying schedules and overtime as needed.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for safe work practices.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and/or at high elevations.
• Ability to perform daily safety inspections and identify safety hazards.
• Ability to work flexibly and varying work schedules including on-call, overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical problems (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; problem solve.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal/written).
• Ability to complete written work orders legibly and keep records to coordinate feed schedules.
• Ability to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate good organization skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 75 pounds up to 100 feet (e.g., sack feed bag).
• Basic computer skills.
• Work varying shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Participation in random drug/alcohol DOT testing program is required.
• Frequent standing for long periods of time.
• Frequent bending, squatting, and kneeling.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 75 pounds up to 100 feet.
• Frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.
• Constant use of overall vision.
• Frequent hearing and talking in person; may be required to wear ear protection or hear in noisy conditions.
• Frequent co-worker contact; occasional working alone.
• Frequent exposure to loud noise.

Nice To Haves

• Previous feed/agricultural experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain all aspects of the rail operation at this facility.
• Operate the locomotive.
• Keep a daily inventory of all rail cars.
• Unload cargo.
• Route products to the proper area of the facility.
• Maintain all components of the rail operation.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED