SCFE Utility Worker

South Central Florida Express; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Florida Express is seeking a Utility Worker (799) to perform brake tests and inspect cars, operate bridges as needed, complete required forms, and safely transport personnel while assisting conductors to expedite train movements.

Candidates must read, speak and write English, be able to work with others or alone with minimal supervision, follow instructions, maintain written documentation, and adhere to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, speak and write English.
• Able to work with others or alone with minimal supervision.
• Able to follow instructions and communicate job-related information.
• Able to maintain written documentation.
• Follow safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Be available for posted shift work and overtime.
• Pass company tests measuring basic skills and job-related abilities.
• No active disciplinary action and good work history.
• Educational and previous work experience required.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, Class E or above.

Responsibilities

• Perform brake test and car inspections.
• Operate bridges as needed.
• Fill out all required forms pertaining to the job.
• Safely transport personnel.
• Operate handbrakes on equipment as needed.
• Assist Conductors to expedite train movements.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork / independence

Instruction following

Documentation

Safety procedures

Shift work

Tests & aptitude

No disciplinary action

Experience needed

Driver's license

Education

Educational & previous work experience

Job description

Career Opportunities: SCFE Utility Worker (799)

Employees are our most valuable asset. When we succeed, our employees succeed. Many have an ownership stake in our privately held business through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As we grow, we hire new employees who are knowledgeable, energetic and committed to keeping us on the cutting-edge of our industry. We reward them with challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where safety is our top priority.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform brake test and customary car inspections
• Operate bridges as needed
• Fill out all required forms pertaining to the job
• Safely transport personnel
• Operate handbrakes on equipment as needed
• Assist Conductors as needed to expedite train movements in and outside of rail yards

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak and write English
• Ability to work with others and or alone with minimum supervision
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate information pertaining to the job
• Ability to maintain written documentation pertaining to the job
• Ability to follow proper safety and housekeeping procedures pertaining to the area
• Ability to work the posted schedule with shift work and overtime as necessary
• Results from Company designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics
• Competence performing some or all of the duties of the vacant position or of a related position
• No active disciplinary action and good work history
• Educational and previous work experience
• Have a valid Driver’s License, Class E or above

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The work environment characteristics and physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works and drives in outside weather conditions on a regular basis.
• Working conditions may be rainy, hot, humid, dusty, foggy etc. depending on the weather and may be at night time
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
• Duties of this job are also performed in an office environment

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle and/or move various objects, tools and/or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk, hear, and see
• Stand for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Visibility must extend to 62’ and beyond.
• Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary and use common office equipment
• Ability to move or handle various items generally weighing between 0-75 pounds. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, climb and walk significant distances
• Mount and dismount locomotive and check switch points for proper alignment

This position will be reporting to Mickey Watson and/or Trainmasters

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Employees will be expected to follow any other instructions, and perform any other duties, as may be required by supervision.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

United States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.