Railroad Conductor/Laborer

H&K Group, Inc.; Birdsboro (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Railroad Conductor/Laborer to join their team. This dynamic role involves coordinating the operation of railroad machinery and supporting general labor activities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety while learning new skills and contributing to daily production goals. With a strong emphasis on training and development, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a company that values its employees and fosters a culture of excellence. If you are passionate about working outdoors and have a background in heavy equipment operation, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

100% Company-paid Health Benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan

Tuition reimbursement programs

On-the-job training

Online training through H&K Academy

Qualifications

• Prior railroad experience with a focus on safety and learning agility.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and use appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operation of railroad locomotives and cars safely.
• Perform daily checks on equipment and maintain it properly.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Problem solving skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment

Loader

Job description

Overview

Birdsboro Quarry, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., is seeking a Railroad Conductor/Laborer to coordinate the operation of railroad locomotives, cars, and switching procedures in a safe and responsible manner, and support general labor activities in the yard to achieve daily production goals. The ideal candidate is motivated, energetic, interested and engaged in learning new skills, and carries out work safely.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to MSHA, FRA, BMHK RR, and H&K Safety policies
• Moves levers and depresses pedals to control operation, function and movement of machinery
• Feels and listens to operate equipment most efficiently
• Cleans equipment as needed
• Ensures equipment is safely and securely parked and stored
• Maintains equipment by greasing properly and checking fluids daily (oils, coolant, fuel level)
• Performs daily checks on equipment to ensure proper operating condition
• Must perform daily work place safety exam if Brakeman/utility is not available
• Notifies General Foreman of Railroad Operations of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• Prior railroad experience
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
  • Training available based on balance of technical skills/experience, focus on safety, learning agility, and time management
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving and prioritization skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution
• Machinery knowledge
• Experience operating heavy equipment
  • Strong preference for Loader operation experience
• Experience working in a quarry, rail yard, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting
• MSHA, FRA, and/or BMHKK RR or other relevant safety certification or experience

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to
  • Stand
  • Walk
• Frequently required to
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Talk or hear
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to:
  • Outside weather conditions
  • Vibration
  • Moving parts
• Frequently exposed to fumes and airborne particles
• Noise level is usually loud

H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. We are a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

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