Laborer - CDL - Load Adjust

Jimmy Jazz; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranemasters in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Driver/Operator to load, unload, and transport railroad equipment and materials to job sites. You will participate in safety briefings and assist with crane operations, rigging, and track maintenance, ensuring adherence to DOT regulations.

The role requires operating multiple heavy machines, performing inspections, and maintaining equipment readiness in all weather conditions. Frequent travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressive experience operating heavy equipment including the listed machines.
• Valid Class A or Class B CDL with a clean driving record.
• Ability to read, write and follow directions in English.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks and equipment per policy and DOT regulations.
• Drive tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspect loads and verify overweight/oversize permits.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and review the day’s work plan for safety/efficiency.
• Load/unload materials for rerailing, load transfer, and track maintenance tasks.
• Assist in crane operations, rigging, and safe handling of chains and winches.
• Operate construction equipment for track maintenance and related tasks.
• Monitor equipment to minimize downtime and perform minor servicing as needed.
• Restock vehicles/equipment and organize work areas at job end.

Skills

Backhoe

Bulldozer

Excavator

Front-end Loader

Grapple Truck

Rail-bound Equipment

Skid-Steer Loaders

Job description

Description

Basic Function: Responsible for loading, unloading and safe transportation of equipment and/or materials to/from job site, operation of equipment at job site (if qualified) and providing assistance, including manual labor, in one or more of the following: rerailing operations, maintenance/repair of railroad cars, load adjust/transfer activities and track maintenance/repair/new builds. Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner so as to protect employees and the assets of the Company.

Essential Functions

1. 1. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations.
2. 2. 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.
3. 3. Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment. Actively participates in daily safety briefing.
4. 4. Moves, stages, loads/unloads materials/equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust/transfer, and/or track maintenance/repair/new builds. Upon conclusion of assignment ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation and actively participates in site clean-up.
5. 5. Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations.
6. 6. Operates equipment (cranes, backhoes, grapple truck, dump truck, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities.
7. 7. Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments.
8. 8. Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize down time and to ensure operational readiness.
9. 9. Perform and document minor service on equipment/vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman for repair.
10. 10. Participates in disassembly/loading of cranes and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment.
11. 11. Upon return to home base restocks vehicles/equipment with necessary parts, components, supplies in preparation of future work. Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations.
12. 12. Flexible/work-ready to perform tasks for other departments/divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations.
13. 13. Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
14. 14. Maintains vehicles/equipment and work area ensuring that they are cleared of debris/trash, tools and equipment are organized and that the work area/vehicle/equipment present the level of quality and craftsmanship expected of Cranemasters’ team members.

Required Travel: Yes; Frequent/extended overnight travel

Subordinate Positions: N/A

Required Skills and Experience

1. 1. Three years of progressive experience operating heavy motorized equipment to include: backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor and skid-steer loaders; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
2. 2. Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with good driving record.
3. 3. Capable of understanding and following directions.
4. 4. Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.
5. 5. Able to read, write and speak English
6. 6. Must pass qualification tests as required (includes E-Rail Safe and other training/safety programs).
7. 7. Must meet 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands

1. 1. Constantly on feet
2. 2. Walking / carrying loads on uneven surfaces and in ballast.
3. 3. Working in ALL weather conditions.
4. 4. Working extended hours.
5. 5. Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and / or walking.
6. 6. Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds; loads in excess of 50 pounds and which can be reduced, should be made lighter.
7. 7. Employee must obtain assistance when lifting items weighing more than 75 pounds, or items which present ergonomic challenges in lifting/movement/placement.

? Cranemasters is a 24/7 emergency service provider to the railroad industry and as such, the Driver/Operator is subject to work outside of normal working hours including nights, weekends and/or holidays. The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Cranemasters reserves the right to modify this job description as necessary.