Rail Cutter

keystonerailrecovery; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Keystone Rail Recovery is hiring a Rail Cutter to drive and operate company vehicles, measure and cut rail, and support loading with the crew. The role is a traveling position requiring at least 1 year of rail cutting experience and adherence to safety and DOT rules.

You will help prepare daily reports and maintain equipment readiness. Ideal candidates will perform pre-trip inspections, participate in safety briefings, and work with a variety of tools, ensuring quality and reliability for

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience cutting rail.
• Must pass qualification tests (eRailSafe and other safety programs) before employment.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment per policy and DOT regulations.
• Participates in daily safety briefings and follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Measures, marks, and cuts rail to the proper length.
• Assists Operators with moving, staging, loading/unloading railroad materials.
• Ensures specifications and weights are understood before work begins.
• Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools.
• Monitors equipment to minimize downtime and maintains cleanliness of vehicles and gear.
• Completes daily reports with the crew.

Skills

Team player

Fast-paced

Customer service

Time management

Driving record clean

Physical strength

Job description

Keystone Rail Recovery is a family owned and operated business and we consider everyone that works under our banner as family. We have been in business since 2015 and have over 25 years of experience in the railroad business. Over the years we have continued to grow and add to our outstanding staff. We pride ourselves for the strides we have made year in and year out with our customers.

Job Description

The Rail Cutter is responsible for responsible for driving and operating company vehicles to and from customer locations and to maintain a safe, clean, and professional operation always. The Rail Cutter will be responsible for measuring out rail into 41’ increments, marking rail, and cutting rail. The Rail Cutter will also be responsible for assisting operators with loading rail and OTM into gondola cars and trucks. The Rail Cutter will also be responsible for assisting crew in completing daily reports. Must have at least 1 year of experience cutting rail. This is a traveling position.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations.
• Actively participates in daily safety briefings.
• Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
• Measuring, marking, and cutting rail to the proper length.
• Assist Operators with moving, staging, loading/unloading railroad materials.
  
• Ensure that specifications, knowledge of weights and procedures for material handling are in place prior to commencing work.
• Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments.
• Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize downtime and to ensure operational readiness.
• Maintains vehicles/equipment to ensure that they are cleaned of debris/trash, tools and equipment are organized and that the vehicle/equipment presents the level of quality our customers expect.
• Must pass qualification tests as required (includes eRailSafe and other training/safety programs) prior to beginning employment.
  
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.

Skills

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well with customers and co-workers.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively and safely.
• Clean driving record (no serious traffic violations or DUIs).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching