Laborer

Hulcher Services Inc.; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Union benefits (medical insurance)

Job summary

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a Laborer to support railroad derailment responses by lifting and moving derailed rail cars under an on-call, 24/7 schedule.

The role involves handling heavy equipment, working at height, and assisting in environmental remediation sites and rail construction, with paid training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license required.
• Able to work on call 24/7 in emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Provides ground support for operations.
• Carries, handles and detaches/attaches heavy chains, blocks and cables.
• Climbs on and crawls under derailed railroad cars and other equipment.
• Cleans, maintains and sets-up equipment requiring use of small and large tools.
• Operates cutting torch, hand and power tools, and welding equipment.
• Lifts up to 150 lbs with frequent lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Works at elevated heights on railroad cars, bridges, over water or in water.
• Maintains equipment service records.
• Ensures safekeeping and proper usage of company tools.

Skills

Ground support

On-call readiness

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cutting torch

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Lifting equipment

Job description

Description

Laborer

$25.07 an Hour + Overtime | Company Paid Benefits | Paid Training | Build a Career in Railroad Emergency Response

Full-Time |Travel Up to 50% | 24/7 Emergency Response Operations

Hulcher Services is seeking a motivated and success-driven Laborer. You will play a vital role in assisting in clearing railroad derailments by lifting and moving derailed rail cars and locomotives, and performs similar duties on environmental remediation sites, industrial locations, and rail construction.

About Us:

Hulcher Service is an industry leader with more than 500 employees and over 25 divisions located in the United States and Mexico assisting customers with derailments as well as engineering work, track maintenance, disaster response, and environmental projects.

What You'll Do:

• Provides ground support for operations.
• Carries, handles and detaches/attaches heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices.
• Climbs on and crawls under derailed railroad cars and other equipment.
• Cleans, maintains and sets-up equipment requiring use of small and large tools.
• Operates cutting torch, hand and power tools, and welding equipment.
• Lifts 150 lbs. max with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Works at elevated heights on railroad cars; bridges, over water, or in water.
• Maintains required equipment service records.
• Assures safekeeping and proper usage of company tools.

Why Join Us:

• Room for growth
• Union benefits including, but not limited to medical insurance and pension plan

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Must have a valid drivers license
• Ability to work on call 24/7 365 days a year in an emergency response environment
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Must be able to qualify for a Commercial Driver License.
• Experience working in construction, landscaping, farming, or other outdoor occupations is preferred.
• Must be able to use or learn to use tools and equipment.