Railroad Emergency Response Laborer

Hulcher Services Inc.; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room for growth

Union benefits including medical and a

Job summary

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a motivated Laborer to assist in clearing railroad derailments by lifting and moving derailed rail cars and locomotives, and performing related duties on environmental remediation sites, industrial locations, and rail construction.

You will provide ground support, handle heavy chains and cables, and operate cutting torches, welding equipment, and various hand/power tools as part of a dynamic emergency-response team.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work on call 24/7/365 in an emergency response environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to qualify for a Commercial Driver License (CDL).
• Experience in construction, landscaping, farming, or other outdoor occupations is preferred.
• Must be able to use or learn to use tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provides ground support for operations.
• Carries, handles and detaches/attaches heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices.
• Climbs on and crawls under derailed railroad cars and other equipment.
• Cleans, maintains and sets-up equipment requiring use of small and large tools.
• Operates cutting torch, hand and power tools, and welding equipment.
• Lifts 150 lbs. max with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Works at elevated heights on railroad cars; bridges, over water, or in water.
• Maintains required equipment service records.
• Assures safekeeping and proper usage of company tools.

Skills

Valid driver's license

On-call availability

Outdoor work experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cutting torch

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Chains & cables handling

Job description

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a motivated Laborer to assist in clearing railroad derailments by lifting and moving derailed rail cars and locomotives, and performing related duties on environmental remediation sites, industrial locations, and rail construction.

You will provide ground support, handle heavy chains and cables, and operate cutting torches, welding equipment, and various hand/power tools as part of a dynamic emergency-response team.