Railyard Workers - $23+/hour

DSK Dom Jsc; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

$25/day travel reimbursement

Job summary

DSK Dom Jsc is seeking a hands-on laborer to support a rail yard crew in Akron, Ohio. This role involves a variety of physically demanding tasks including shoveling, sweeping, and using hand tools. Candidates will assist with unloading railcars and maintaining the site.

The ideal applicant must be ready for flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, and adhere to safety procedures. Competitive compensation starts at $23/hr with travel reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in rail or aggregate environments is a plus.
• Must be able to perform physical labor and operate heavy equipment.
• Must have a professional attitude and willingness to follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Unload product from railcars at various facilities.
• Assist with daily operations and upkeep of the plant.
• Perform miscellaneous general labor and equipment maintenance.

Skills

General labor

Ability to follow directions

Understanding of OSHA & MSHA regulations

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Hand tools

Job description

Position Overview

This is a hands‑on laborer role supporting a rail yard crew with a variety of physically demanding tasks. Duties include shoveling, sweeping, handling materials, using hand tools, and assisting with general site upkeep. While some operation of heavy equipment may be involved, the primary focus is manual labor. Prior experience in rail or aggregate environments is a plus, but not required. Training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Unloading product from railcars at various company facilities.
• Assist the plant foreperson with the daily operations and upkeep of the plant.
• Other miscellaneous duties including general labor, shoveling, performing necessary equipment maintenance, assisting foreperson and/or crew members as needed.
• May perform welding and fabrication duties as required.
• Day‑to‑day work may include safe operation of heavy equipment including but not limited to frontend loader and skid steer loader.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions and respond accordingly.
• Ability to follow directions.
• General understanding of OSHA & MSHA regulations.

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co‑workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel to multiple locations including Kent, Copley, Twinsburg, Alliance, Cleveland and Medina.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.
• Ability to complete a pre‑employment drug/alcohol test and a background check.

Schedule

• Must be available for Day/Afternoon/Midnight shifts.
• Weekends as needed.

Compensation

• $23/hr+
• $25/day travel reimbursement.

Work Location

In person.

At JENNMAR Services, our employees are our most important assets and are committed to them with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits plan, including 401(k). We are consistently employing individuals in the Coal, Oil & Gas, Construction, Manufacturing and Industrial industries.