Railyard Technician

Railyard Technician High Grade Materials Company - 3.6 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time $21 - $30 an hour 4 hours ago Qualifications Occupational safety regulation compliance Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Removing debris Truck driving Outdoor work Safety regulations Unloading High school diploma or GED Driver's License Climbing Industrial equipment repair Pneumatic systems Clean workspace maintenance Routine maintenance projects Facilities maintenance Entry level Full Job Description Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt Essential Functions Unloads railcars using a gravity fed pneumatic system that transfers cement powder into silos. Operates a Trackmobile to position loaded cars over the unloading area and moves empty cars into the outbound staging tracks. Keeps work area/equipment and railroad tracks clean and free of debris. Performs routine equipment maintenance and assists with facility/property maintenance. Operates a computer-based program and PLC controlled loading system to load trucks with cement from the silos previously transferred from railcars. Operates a truck tractor to hook/unhook and load extra tank trailers with cement powder and position them for hookup by returning trucks with empty trailers. Must be willing to work according to the company's product demands. Communicates with others within the company on inventory and day-to-day operations. Adhere to all safety regulations including company policies, State, and Federal regulations. Responsible for reporting all incidents/injuries to Human Resources soon as they occur. Other duties as assigned Education High School Diploma or equivalent Employment Requirements/Qualifications Possession of a valid driver license, preferred Ability to pass a drug screen Knowledge of office systems, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel; other industry specific computer programs Ability to communicate well with coworkers and work as a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to remain calm under stressful situations General industrial maintenance/repair knowledge a plus Must have the physical ability to: climb, stoop, bend, squat, twist, frequently lift up to 50 lbs., stretch Adhere to all safety regulations including company policies, State, and Federal regulations Must be able to work a flexible schedule with flexible hours, hours vary; overtime work, Saturdays and nights, may be required Working Conditions Works outside much of the shift, 8-12+ hours per day depending on schedule Exposure to various weather conditions ranging from extreme heat and cold, rain, snow, ice and wind Exposure to all types of terrain ranging from uneven, slippery, and soft ground