Terminal Operator - Minneapolis, MN

Job Details

Job Location

Intermodal Terminal Services - Minneapolis - Minneapolis, MN

Position Type

Full Time

Description

PURPOSE OF JOB:

This position is responsible for safely unloading & strategically moving intermodal containers within the railyard.

JOB DUTIES:

General Labor - Hostler

• Act as a spotter between heavy equipment operators; Top Loaders, Hostler, Cranes, etc.

• Climb rail car ladders to lock and unlock intermodal containers.

• Drive Hostler in railyard to transport and store intermodal container to and from trackside.

• Move intermodal containers from railcars to trailers via Top Loaders, Side Loaders, Cranes, etc.

• Compliance and participation in safety guidelines and programs.

• Inventory management and other duties as assigned.

  General

• Ensure prompt and regular attendance.

• Perform other appropriate duties as may be assigned by Management.

• Travel as business needs may require.

  Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Personally commit to quality in all aspects of work.

• Provide “World Class Customer Service” for internal and external customers.

• Participate in and promote the established Quality Improvement Process (QIP) for continuous improvement.

• Participate on teams to research, measure, and correct problems and to strive for process improvement.

• Communicate and exemplify the Company’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Values, and Philosophy.

  This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify as circumstances or business needs require.

  EEO

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma/equivalent is preferred.

  Experience:

• Experience operating heavy equipment (Crane, Top Loader, Hostler, Forklift, etc.) is preferred.

  Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies:

• Ability to adapt and learn heavy equipment machines, such as Reach Stacks, Side Loaders, Forklifts, etc.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs and climb up railcars (up to 20 feet)

• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Open availability r equired; all Shifts, Holidays & Weekends, schedule changes based on demand.

• Willingness to complete a criminal background, drug screen and physical.

• Must possess and continuously maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.