Vehicle Rail Loader

About the role

Auto Warehousing (AWC) is seeking a Full-Time Rail Loader to join our team in Vancouver, OR. The ideal candidate must be able to work outside 100% of the time, hold a valid Driver's License, and drive a manual transmission vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare rail car for loading
• Open/Close rail car doors
• Raise and lower rail car decks
• Operate loading ramp and position correctly for safe vehicle entry
• Properly set rail car bridge plates in place
• Shuttle vehicles onto the rail cars
• Check vehicles for damage
• Report damage or missed bays to lead, supervisor, or manager
• Drive customer vehicles onto rail cars from staging lines in a safe and efficient manner
• Secure vehicles in the rail cars
• Apply chains or chocks, as required by manufacturers, to ensure the vehicle is secure
• Walk the deck to verify vehicles are properly loaded and secured
• Vary duties as assigned or required to help the facility function in a team environment
• Adhere to all AWC and AAR safety standards
• Train new employees and temporary workers

Requirements

• Valid driver's license; good driving record
• 6 months work experience preferred
• Experience working in a team environment at Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries

Qualifications

• Able to follow directions, both written and verbal
• Able to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
• Good visual ability
• Knowledge of the use of hand tools (i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, etc.)
• Able to work at a height approximately 15 feet above the ground
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds overhead
• Able to push, pull, or carry up to 85 pounds
• Able to pass Safe Driving, Rail, and Buck Ramp quizzes with 80% accuracy or better
• Able to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions

Skills

• Physical strength and endurance
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills

Benefits

Auto Warehousing Company offers a competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a shift of 7:00am-3:30pm. Some weekend work may be required due to the vessel schedule.