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Rail Loader- Day or Night Shift

Auto Warehousing Company, Toledo, OH, United States


Rail Loader- Day or Night Shift

Auto Warehousing (AWC) has been family-owned and operated for more than 50 years and is North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics. Our mission is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our Associates are the reason for our success, and developing their talent remains critical to our future.
We are hiring several Full Time Rail Loader for our Toledo area location.
The Rail Loader pay for night shift is $25.43 per hour ($24.59 per hour during probation). When an associate is temporarily reassigned to a lower classification, they will receive $20.44 per hour for the time spent in the lower classification.
The Rail Loader pay for day shift is $23.93 per hour ($23.09 per hour during probation). When an associate is temporarily reassigned to a lower classification, they will receive $18.94 per hour for the time spent in the lower classification.
The shift is Monday-Friday, start time 5pm for nights and start time 7am for days. The shift can run up to 10 hours. Weekends are possible. Overtime is possible based on weekly customer needs. We offer an amazing benefits package once you complete your introductory period. For immediate consideration- apply today!
Summary of Positions:

This position prepares railcars for loading, drives vehicles onto proper railcars, secures vehicles to railcars according to manufacturer and American Association of Railroad standards, and prepares railcars for transportation.
Essential Functions, Duties & Tasks:

Drive vehicles onto rail cars
Secure vehicles on the rail cars using chocks or chains
Set bridge plates
Raise and lower decks
Set buck ramp
Store chocks or chains
Inspect vehicles for damage
Report damage or miss bays to lead, supervisor, or manager
Train new employees
Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
Maintain a positive behavior and conduct in the workplace while acting and communicating with other customers, vendors, co-workers, and management
Good and regular attendance
Ability to work in a variety of situations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Ability to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
Ability to read and interpret SDS manuals
Have knowledge of hand tools (i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, etc.)
Education, Experience & Minimum Requirements:

Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's license and a good driving record
Must have a good sense of balance and have the ability to maintain 3 points of contact
Ability to drive both automatic and (manual transmission- preferred) vehicles
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
Ability to pass the AWC Safe Driving and Rail Safety tests with a 80% or higher accuracy
Must be able to work in tight spaces when loading vehicles
Must be able to work at heights approximately 15 feet above the ground
Preferred Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent
Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's license and a good driving record
Ability to drive both manual automatic transmission vehicles - we will train you on manual transmission if qualified
Ability to work at a height approximately 15 feet above the ground
Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in various weather conditions
Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.