Responsible for execution of field-based work including manual labor in accomplishment of tasks related to rerailing operations, track maintenance and repair, load adjust/load transfer, and/or car repair. Also responsible for loading, unloading and operation of equipment at job sites. Follows direction and adheres to all safety policies/procedures.
Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner so as to protect employees and the assets of the Company.
Essential Functions:
1. Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment. Actively participates in daily safety briefing.
2. Follows all safety rules/regulations; wears required PPE; performs work in accordance with established process/procedures.
3. Seeks out supervisor for direction regarding daily work assignments.
4. As directed loads/moves/distributes materials and/or equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust, load transfer, car repair and general railroad maintenance and repair. Upon conclusion of daily work ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation to home-base and actively participates in site clean-up.
5. Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations.
6. Performs manual labor including but not limited to: cutting vegetation/brush, digging holes/trenches, carrying materials from vehicles/equipment to designated area.
7. As directed performs work with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches (if qualified), electrical tools and common hand tools.
8. Operates equipment (cranes, backhoes, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities.
9. Participates in disassembly/loading of cranes and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment.
10. Upon return to home base restocks vehicles/equipment with necessary parts, components, supplies in preparation of future work. Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations.
11. Flexible/work-ready to perform tasks for other departments/divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations.
12. Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
13. Maintains vehicles/equipment and work area ensuring that they are cleared of debris/trash, tools and equipment are organized, and that the work area/vehicle/equipment present the level of quality and craftsmanship expected of Cranemasters’ team members.
14. Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman for repair.
15. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trailers and equipment in accordance with Company policy.
16. Perform weekly inspections on equipment.
17. Perform any/all duties as assigned.
Required Travel: Yes; Frequent/extended overnight travel
Subordinate Positions: N/A
Immediate Supervisor’s Title: Supervisor
Required Skills and Experience:
• Prefer 1 year of work experience in field-based operation involving manual labor (construction, farm equipment, utility, or related industry).
• Must possess a valid Drivers’ License.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Must pass qualification tests as required (includes E-Rail Safe and other training/safety programs).
• Must meet 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.
Physical Demands:
Constantly on feet
Walking/carrying loads on uneven surfaces and in ballast.
Working in ALL weather conditions.
Working extended hours.
Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and / or walking.
Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds; loads in excess of 50 pounds and which can be reduced, should be made lighter.

? Cranemasters is a 24/7 emergency service provider to the railroad industry and as such, the Laborer is subject to work outside of normal working hours including nights, weekends and/or holidays