Laborer - Decatur, AL

Watco Transloading; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco Transloading is seeking a motivated individual for an operational role at the Decatur River Port. Responsibilities include safe equipment operation, routine maintenance checks, and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a high school education, with prior experience preferred but not mandatory. Paid training and development opportunities are available through Watco University.

Benefits

Paid on-the-job training

Leadership and development programs

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• 1+ years related experience preferred.
• Must pass General SOP and Heavy Equipment tests.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all required equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks.
• Communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors and customers.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to write routine reports

Ability to work independently or in a team

Ability to work in all types of weather

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:

• Outsandingculture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University

Hourly pay rate: $21.00/hr

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.