Rail Loader: Hands-On Mechanical Operator

Wallenius Wilhelmsen; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

On-the-job training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Rail Loader to perform hands-on duties in a fast-paced shipping and logistics setting. You will load and unload vehicles on railcars and prepare railcars for shipment, using bridge plates and safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have rail or mechanical experience, can work at heights, and lift up to 50 lbs. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a global logistics leader.

Qualifications

• Previous rail department or mechanical experience preferred.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs. at shoulder level.
• Able to work within the confined spaces of a railcar and at heights of up to 20 feet.

Responsibilities

• Prepare railcars for shipment, opening and closing railcar doors, setting bridge plates, and clearing debris as needed.
• Load and unload vehicles onto railcars in compliance with company quality standards.
• Ensure vehicles are properly spaced and secured on outbound railcars according to customer standards.
• Maintain buck loader/ramps, guide rails, and other moving railroad components.
• Conduct monthly inspections on bridge plates and repaint as needed.

Skills

Rail experience

Mechanical background

Job description

Wallenius Wilhelmsen in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Rail Loader to perform hands-on duties in a fast-paced shipping and logistics setting. You will load and unload vehicles on railcars and prepare railcars for shipment, using bridge plates and safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have rail or mechanical experience, can work at heights, and lift up to 50 lbs. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a global logistics leader.