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ravagoamericas

Rail Service Coordinator

Baytown, TX

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Monitors railcar placement in Ravago's yard and reports railcar activity and locations back to the Rail Manager * Supervises bulk truck loading * Coordinates with maintenance team to ensure rail ...

ravagoamericas

Rail Service Coordinator

Baytown, TX

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Monitors railcar placement in Ravago's yard and reports railcar activity and locations back to the Rail Manager * Supervises bulk truck loading * Coordinates with maintenance team to ensure rail ...

Ravago Americas

Rail Service Coordinator

Baytown, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Monitors railcar placement in Ravago's yard and reports railcar activity and locations back to the Rail Manager * Supervises bulk truck loading * Coordinates with maintenance team to ensure rail ...

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Rail Service Coordinator

ravagoamericas

Baytown, TX

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Primarily responsible for intra-yard railcar movements and monitoring railcar activity in Ravago’s yard.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Operates Ravago’s locomotive to complete intra-yard railcar switches to supplement TGS

  • Monitors railcar placement in Ravago’s yard and reports railcar activity and locations back to the Rail Manager

  • Supervises bulk truck loading

  • Coordinates with maintenance team to ensure rail equipment is kept in working condition

  • Execute assignments in an accurate, timely, and safe manner

  • Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Rail Manager or Operations Manager.

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 2 years rail operations experience, including experience operating a locomotive 

  • Functional understanding of the processes, procedures, and safety requirements necessary for working in a rail yard and operating a locomotive.

  • Experience using railcar management and warehouse management systems a plus

  • Proficient computer skills

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Good math, language, and reading skills

  • Functional knowledge of a warehouse environment

  • Considerate and respectful to coworkers

  • Able to follow instructions given for daily tasks

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma/GED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • A variety of standing, sitting and walking is required throughout the day, including extended periods of time working outside on your feet

  • Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment

  • Ability to work in a fast paced warehouse setting

LOCATION:

  • Ravago Americas, Baytown, TX

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