Equipment Operator - ARP

About the role

The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating all container handling equipment and performing associated duties in a safe and productive manner. They uphold the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity, and Opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Operate all major types of container field equipment including Jockey Truck, Forklift, Forklift with chassis flipper attachment, Toplift (full and empty), Rubber Tired Gantry Crane, and Rail Mounted Gantry Cranes.
• Work productively in conjunction with over-the-road drivers and yard operations.
• Inspect assigned equipment for safe working condition and report deficiencies to an immediate supervisor.
• Perform manual labor involving lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking, pushing, and pulling.
• Perform clerical duties related to receiving and delivering containers/chassis.
• Learn and assist with RF systems, computers, and other technology.
• Maintain accurate stack inventory and check for damage or exceptions on cargo.
• Perform various types of preventative maintenance and repairs to equipment, as needed.
• Install and verify inter-box connectors (IBC) on rail cars after loading and uninstall as needed before unloading.
• Assist in unplugging and moving main power cables on RTG.
• Guide or direct peers working within his/her jurisdiction.
• Conduct equipment training for new and promoted employees.

Requirements

• Possess working knowledge of heavy equipment.
• Able to work at heights of up to 75 feet.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, kneel, climb, walk, push, and pull.
• In good physical condition with excellent vision, night vision, depth perception, color discrimination.
• Pass hearing and visual acuity tests.
• Have good eye-hand-foot coordination, ability to follow instructions, and perform routine, repetitive work.
• Able to communicate in writing and accomplish tasks from written instructions.
• Able to work shift work, holidays, and weekends when necessary.
• Able to be trained on new technology as it is introduced into the workplace.
• Able to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with GPA staff on all levels.
• Able to make adjustments to work according to changes in various weather conditions.
• Able to successfully complete training on new technology as automation is introduced into the job.

Experience & Education

• Previous experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Valid CDL.
• Some clerical experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses & Certifications

• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential required upon hire.
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license required upon hire.