Laborer - Decatur, AL

Watco Companies LLC; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Laborer in Decatur, AL, where you will play a vital role in keeping the supply chain moving. This entry-level position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive training to ensure your success. You will operate equipment safely, perform inspections, and communicate effectively with your team. With opportunities for career advancement and a supportive culture recognized by industry leaders, this role is perfect for those eager to learn and grow in the transportation and logistics sector. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a dynamic environment!

Benefits

Paid on-the-job training

Operations training at Safe Performance Center

Leadership and development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1+ years related experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks.
• Regularly communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret safety documents

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Ability to work in all types of weather

Ability to write routine reports

Education

High school education or GED

Job description

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Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world’s supply chain moving.

That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs.

Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco.

Here’s What You Can Expect From Watco

• Outsanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities
  
  

Hourly pay rate: $21.00

Schedule: 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. Need to be available for overtime and on weekends as needed

Location Information

• Located on the Tennessee River, the Decatur River Port features 212,500 sq. ft. of warehouse space. This Alabama facility primarily handles bulk and breakbulk commodities and is rail-served by Norfolk Southern.
• Additional Site Information: https://www.watco.com/service/terminals/decatur-riverport-al/
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment required in this position.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on equipment.
• Regularly communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors, Team Members and customers.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow written Dual verification procedures on all material movements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school education or general education (GED)
• Must be 18 years or older
• 1 or more year(s) related experience preferred but not required
• Applicant must pass the General SOP testing, and Heavy Equipment function test along with Team Member demonstration checklist.
• Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and interact appropriately with others.
• Ability to work in all types of weather.
• Ability to work the scheduled shifts required for the position and/ or overtime as needed.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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