Job Description

Grapple Truck Driver and Operator (TRAVEL REQUIRED)

Rail 1, LLC is looking for a Grapple Truck/Operator. The Driver/Equipment Operators perform a variety of duties to assist in the retrieval and removal of railroad track material. Main function of the Driver/Operator is driving and operating heavy equipment on and off railroad property. This position works closely with the Operations Superintendent and subcontractors and does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

TRAVEL REQUIRED!

Job Details:

• Proficiently operate a boom truck. (a truck with hydraulic knuckle-boom crane attached)
• Drives grapple trucks and operates the loader picking up, stockpiling, and loading scrap ties onto truck and then into railcars.
• Segregates railroad materials using boom.
• Completes required paperwork.
• Must be able to take direction from immediate supervisor and implement plans accordingly.
• Learn and follow safety regulations. (Company, FRA, DOT, and OSHA)
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects to repairs to supervisor.
• Communicates in a professional manner by phone and in person with all levels of internal personnel and business contacts.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to travel 100%.
• Intermediate tablet/smart phone skills.
• Basic math skills. (addition, subtractions)
• Experience working in small teams.
• Knowledge of or experience in grapple, boom, and log loader operations.
• Mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to fill out daily electronic logs.

Preferred:

• Railroad experience.
• Experience with extensive travel for work.

Background Experiences:

• Employee must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class A).
• Employee must provide a Medical Examination Certificate.
• Employee must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and have acceptable Motor Vehicle Report, and Criminal Background Check.
• Railroad regulations mandate no felonies in the last 7 years.

About Rail 1 LLC:

Rail 1 LLC was founded in 2002 By Jeremy and Cortney LeGard. They began with a single backhoe. Through hard work and perseverance, they have grown to employee 100 people. This all while maintaining a commitment to safety and quality work. They provide this in a timely manner keeping cost down for our clients.

Job Tags

Full time, For subcontractor, Immediate start,

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