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Unloading Cars From Train Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Mason, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Lansing, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Albion, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Albion, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Redi Mix Inc

Gravel Train Driver

Mason, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Redi Mix Inc

Gravel Train Driver

Albion, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Albion, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Mason, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Lansing, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Mason, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Bros

Gravel Train Driver

Lansing, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

Shafer Redi Mix Inc

Gravel Train Driver

Lansing, MI · On-site

$31/hr

... unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out. Duties and ... Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area ...

DHT

Bio solid gravel train driver (Flint)

Reese, MI · On-site

$25/hr

This position supports area wastewater treatment facilities, transporting biosolids from treatment ... Inspect trailers following unloading * Clean trailers as necessary * Report equipment defects ...

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What is unloading cars from train?

An Unloading Cars From Train job involves safely removing vehicles from train transport and ensuring they are properly staged for further delivery. Workers must follow safety procedures, inspect vehicles for damage, and operate ramps or specialized equipment. The job requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in different weather conditions.

What does someone unloading cars from a train do?

A typical day involves inspecting train cars and vehicles for damage, safely operating ramps and equipment to guide cars off rail transport, and coordinating closely with team members to ensure a steady, organized flow. Workers may need to handle paperwork or use handheld scanners to track inventory, and must be vigilant about following safety procedures at all times. The job often takes place outdoors in variable weather and may require flexibility in start times, depending on train schedules. Teamwork is a key part of the role, as tasks are often completed in groups to keep workflows efficient and ensure each vehicle is handled properly.

What skills and qualifications are needed to unload cars from a train?

To thrive in an Unloading Cars From Train role, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and experience with safe manual handling, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools such as ramps, winches, and sometimes powered vehicles like forklifts is beneficial, as well as safety certifications like OSHA training. Strong teamwork, communication, and adaptability are valuable soft skills in this environment. These competencies are essential for ensuring safety, efficiency, and accuracy when unloading vehicles from rail cars, often in fast-paced or variable outdoor conditions.

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Part Time Retail Associate

Portage, MI • On-site

Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Kalamazoo Gospel Ministriesexternal

$15/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Thank you for your interest in Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries. We are seeking applicants who are qualified, who really love people and who, by the pattern of their lives, are role models and want to spread the good news (gospel).
Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries is a NICOTINE FREE MINISTRY.
We desire that all applicants feel comfortable in a Christian environment. All Staff members participate in prayer and Bible Study and need to be comfortable with a lifestyle of prayer and worship that is integrated into day-to-day job functions. As a result, the following information is requested as a bona fide occupation qualification.
In your Cover Letter or Resume Please include 3 References, Name, phone, email and Relationship. Please exclude family and close friends. You can include your Pastor.
General Description:
The Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry. Our designated purpose is religious, and we are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the homeless and impoverished. We consider every position to be essential in the fulfillment of our ministry and statement of purpose. As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.
Essential Functions:
  • As a member of staff, uphold, promote, and encourage, in word and deed, desired organizational culture and values; purposefully seek to establish and maintain a culture that is based on grace and affirms and advances KGM's vision and purpose.

Cashiering:
  • Greet customers entering the store offering friendly customer service. Answer any questions, (i.e., where is the bathroom, store hours, pricing policies, etc.) Be knowledgeable to answer in a accurate professional manner.
  • Receive payment by cash, credit card, or automatic debits cards. Receive, or verify and accept vouchers from shelter residents, for products sold in the store.
  • Organize, restock, and arrange display merchandise throughout store.
  • Keep stock of, and replenish as needed; bags, boxes, register tape, candy, pens, staples and other tools as needed for full operation at the register.
  • Input customer information for database
  • Express the Christian Views of the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission, and if so inspired write a scripture on the front board for patrons to read.
  • Issue receipts, and upon Manager Approval, credits slips, or alternate exchange to customers to resolve any sale issues.
  • Keep accurate change in drawer and let someone know when dollar bills or fives are low to ensure we can make change for higher bills
  • Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas. provide great customer service
  • Assist in the stocking and rotation of merchandise
  • Continually serve as a positive role model for all employees, shelter participants and customers
  • Being a roll model and teacher to guest doing Christian service hours and job training.

Warehouse/Receiving/Donation Attendant:
  • Assist donors with unloading cars & carrying in donations. Provide receipts to donors, inputing customer information into computer and greet with polite and friendly demeanor.
  • Operate Forklift for loading and unloading merchandise.
  • Sort, Collect and disburse, bag/box all donations brought in and prepare it for appropriate pricing and distribution out to the sales floor.
  • Sort, clean, organize, and donations as they are brought in, discarding un-salable items while utilizing space allotted for separated merchandise.
  • Always assist other attendants in keeping the area neat and clean.
  • Take discarded items out to the compacter in a timely manner so as not to let pail overflow or not be ready for continued use
  • Assist the donation truck driver loading or unloading donations or purchased merchandise for customers out on the sales floor.
  • Demonstrate consistent positive behavior with all internal and external customers and professionally communicate our donation policies and procedures.
  • Attend training/meetings as scheduled by Management.
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Being a role model and teacher to guest doing Christian service hours and job training.

Driver Duties:
  • Ability to become an authorized driver
  • Maintain authorized driver status
  • Plans and completes an efficient delivery/pickup route for the day
  • Loads /Unloads delivery vehicles with care
  • Ability to drive safely.
  • Ability to use navigation tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
  • Highly ethical with the ability to make smart, timely decisions.
  • Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
  • Ability to remain professional and courteous at all times
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs regularly

Personal Attributes and Values:
  • Have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and a desire to serve Him.
  • Be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
  • Exhibit spiritual maturity as defined by evangelical biblical standards and in accordance with the employee handbook.
  • Have a heart of compassion and caring toward the homeless and hurting and a passion about ministering life transformation in an urban setting.
  • Demonstrates a courteous and Christ-like manner with internal and external partners
  • Highly ethical with the ability to make smart, rapid decisions; demonstrates excellent integrity.
  • Flexible, cooperative spirit
  • Possess and promote a drug, nicotine free lifestyle.

Working Conditions/Physical Factors:
Occasionally = 1%-33%; Frequently = 34%-66%; Continuously = 67%-100%
  • Work will predominately require individual to stand.

Equipment/Tools Used:
  • Computer
  • Register
  • Pricing gun
  • Phone
  • Driving Mission vehicle
  • Forklift
  • KGM Vehicles

Education/Experience and/or Certification:
  • Prefer retail and customer service experience
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Forklift Certification - Training available
  • Valid Driver's License preferred
  • Clean Driving Record

The pay range for this role is:
15 - 15 USD per hour (Simple Treasures)

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