CDL Load Transfer Laborer — Travel & Rail Support

Mainline Services, LLC; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Holidays observed

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Travel accommodations

Job summary

Mainline Services is seeking CDL Laborers for the Load Adjust / Transfer Division in Kansas City, MO. This entry level role assists with load adjust and transfer services, performing field-based manual labor and equipment handling.

Responsibilities include rerailing operations, track maintenance, safety compliance, and daily coordination with foremen. You may travel regionally and stay overnight for certain jobs; benefits start after hire, with hotel/travel paid when working remotely.

Qualifications

• Experience in field-based operation involving manual labor.
• Must possess a valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Enjoy outdoor work in all weather conditions and adhere to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Execute field-based work including rerailing operations and track maintenance.
• Follow directions and safety procedures.
• Ensure safe, efficient work practices protecting personnel and assets.
• Wear required PPE and follow established processes.
• Coordinate daily tasks with Foreman/Supervisor for assignments.
• Load/move materials for work activities and secure equipment for transport.
• Assist in site cleanup and equipment/material reloading at day end.
• Perform vegetation cutting, digging, and material handling as needed.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and work extended hours as required.
• Travel regionally and occasionally stay overnight for out-of-town jobs.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Read/write English

Travel readiness

Heavy lifting

Operate equipment

Tools

Pulleys and vises

Hand and power tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Hydraulic jacks

Chains and cables

Portable lights

Wheelbarrows

Pumps and generators

Job description

Mainline Services is seeking CDL Laborers to grow our expanding team. This is an entry level position that assists with field-based manual labor and the safe transportation of equipment and materials to and from job sites.

Qualifications:

• Experience in field-based operation involving manual labor (construction, farm equipment, utility, or related industry).
• Must be able to use or learn to use a variety of tools and equipment, such as but not limited to the following: pulleys, vises, hand and power tools, steel collars/shackles, steel hooks, welding equipment, grinders, hydraulic jacks, steel chains and cables, portable lights, wheelbarrows, pumps and generators.
• Must possess a valid Class A CDLwith a good driving record.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions performing construction related tasks.
• Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Requires lifting approximately 75-100 lbs. to perform job duties.
• Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and / or walking.
• Must pass qualification tests as required (includes eRailSafe, Background, Drug Test and other training/safety programs).
• 24/7 availability to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for execution of field-based work including manual labor in accomplishment of tasks related to rerailing operations and track maintenance and repair.
• Follows direction and adheres to all safety policies/procedures.
• Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner to protect employees and the assets of the Company.
• Follows all safety rules/regulations; wears required PPE; performs work in accordance with established process/procedures.
• Seeks out Foreman/Supervisor for direction regarding daily work assignment(s).
• As directed loads/moves/distributes materials in preparation of work activities for rerailing, car repair and general railroad maintenance and repair.
• Upon conclusion of daily work ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation to home-base and actively participates in site clean-up.
• Performs manual labor including but not limited to cutting vegetation/brush, digging holes/trenches, carrying materials from vehicles/equipment to designated area.
• Actively participates in daily safety briefing.
• Working extended hours.
• Must be able to travel in the region frequently, with some out-of-town jobs that require multiple nights on the road.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policy and D.O.T. regulations.
• Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported.
• Verifies transportation permits to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate.
• Responsible for loading, unloading and safe transportation of equipment and/or materials to/from job site and operation of equipment at job site (if qualified).

Physical Requirements:

• Must have ability to work at heights, as well as climbing stairs, and work in hot or cold environments.
• Work outdoors in a noisy, safety sensitive environment.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Opportunity to Work Outside & Travel Extensively
• Paid for Hotel and Travel Expenses while working remotely
• Company provided Personal Protective Equipment
• On the job training provided and advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Benefits start first day of the month following hire. - Health, Dental, Vision, Disability
• Paid time off - Accrual starts Day #1
• 401k with generous company match
• Mainline observes eight holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program

If you’re excited and ready to join our team, then click on the DOT link below to fill out your application. Our team will reach out to you and discuss the next steps in how to become our next laborer.

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