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Associate Loading Unloading Rail Cars Jobs in Pennsylvania

advansix

$28.31/hr

The Chemical Loading Operator performs all aspects of safely transferring bulk liquid chemical ... Load and unload hazardous liquid chemical trucks, rail cars, and barges * Perform standard work and ...

advansix

$28.31/hr

The Chemical Loading Operator performs all aspects of safely transferring bulk liquid chemical ... Load and unload hazardous liquid chemical trucks, rail cars, and barges * Perform standard work and ...

Aerotek

General Production Worker

Camp Hill, PA

$22/hr

... loading and unloading rail, feeding machines with raw materials, and staging finished products, while consistently prioritizing safety and teamwork. Responsibilities * Load and unload rail cars and ...

Eco Energy LLC

Terminal Operator

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$23/hr

These duties include, but are not limited to, preparing rail cars for unload, monitoring the ... barge loading operations on the Delaware River. Responsibilities: · Facilitate the transfer of ...

Eco Energy

Terminal Operator

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$23/hr

These duties include, but are not limited to, preparing rail cars for unload, monitoring the ... person in charge of barge loading operations on the Delaware River. Responsibilities: • ...

Eco-Energy

Terminal Operator

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$23/hr

These duties include, but are not limited to, preparing rail cars for unload, monitoring the ... person in charge of barge loading operations on the Delaware River. Responsibilities: • ...

Brenntag AG

Operations Coordinator

Youngwood, PA · On-site

Loading and unloading trucks * Working in high/elevated areas * Offloading rail cars & connecting/disconnecting rail cars * Elevate supply and demand issues when appropriate to the Branch Operations ...

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What is the difference between Associate Loading Unloading Rail Cars vs Rail Yard Worker?

AspectAssociate Loading Unloading Rail CarsRail Yard Worker
CertificationsOSHA safety training, possibly forklift certificationOSHA safety training, equipment operation certifications
Work EnvironmentLoading/unloading areas, rail cars, warehousesRail yards, switching areas, maintenance zones
Job DutiesLoading/unloading cargo from rail cars, inspecting shipmentsSwitching trains, yard maintenance, organizing rail cars

While both roles work in rail industry environments, Associate Loading Unloading Rail Cars primarily focuses on cargo handling within rail cars, whereas Rail Yard Workers handle train movements and yard organization. The certifications and safety training overlap, but their daily tasks differ significantly.

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Railroad Laborer/Hostler Driver

Pacific Rail Services

Bethlehem, PA • On-site

$40K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Job description

Pacific Rail Services.
Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA.

Job Position: Railroad Laborer (Full-Time Position).
We are looking to hire a Hostler Driver/Ground person in Bethlehem, PA.

Job Details:
  • No experience is necessary.
  • On-the-Job Training Available.
  • Hours: Days, Nights & Weekends.
  • Location: Pacific Rail Services. 2400 Commerce Center Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18015.
  • Employment Type: Full-Time.

Job Summary:
  • The successful candidate for this position will operate a hostler to move trailers and/or containers to/from parking areas to the tracks for loading, as well as chassis to the track for container unloading.
  • The driver may also be required to transport units to/from storage areas for later movement or loading.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Spot units next to assigned rail cars for loading of outbound train departures.
  • Pull the derailed loads away from the track and place them in an appropriate parking lot. This requires backing containers/trailers of 20' to 53' into tight spaces.
  • Spot chassis next to rail cars for container unloading.
  • Perform all necessary computer functions to maintain accurate inventory.
  • Assist outside drivers as needed to retrieve trailers and containers.
  • Lock and unlock containers to the chassis for TOFC or COFC movement.
  • Perform the duties of the ground person as needed, along with any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
  • Will be required to raise hitches on rail cars as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • General Education.
  • A CDL is not required, but trailer backing experience is preferred.
  • You must apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
  • You must be able to see well enough to read operating and maintenance instructions, gauges, and dials on precision measuring tools.
  • You must be able to read and comprehend safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals.
  • You must be able to acquire and maintain a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
  • You must be able to hear and talk well enough to communicate with co-workers, supervisors, yard workers, and section leaders 100% of the time.

Additional Physical Requirements:
  • You must be in a physical condition that allows for walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders or steps into and out of the hostler cab, and performing other tasks successfully. Maneuvering the hostler's controls to safely move containers, trailers, and chassis.
  • You must be able to walk one (1) mile continuously.
  • You must be able to step up two steps, leading with both the left and right legs.
  • You must be able to walk on a catwalk in a forward motion and be able to turn around.
  • You must be able to walk side-step on a catwalk to place an IBC on top of a container using both your right and left hands.
  • You must be able to use 34.2 pounds of force to lock and unlock a kingpin.
  • You must be able to reach upper levels and perform this activity on a continuous and sustained basis, 95% of the time.
  • You must be able to stoop and reach and perform this activity on a continuous and sustained basis, 95% of the time.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Full benefits are available and are contingent upon your hours worked.
  • Vision.
  • Medical.
  • Life Insurance.
  • 401(k).
  • Dental.

We are an EEO/AA Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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