What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermodal Service Employee - Annapolis Junction, MD position at CSX?
Job Description
CSX Intermodal Terminals, Inc. (CSXIT) serves as an independent contractor at the Annapolis Junction facility through services provided by Total Distribution Services Inc. (TDSI) to its customers.
CSXIT Intermodal Service Employees (ISE) are responsible for safely performing activities and completing processes that place customer freight for movement on a train from the origin to the destination servicing the TDSI network. The ISEs will also be responsible for ensuring the availability of vehicle-handling services through the TDSI network of automobile-distribution facilities and storage locations.
Please note: Candidate offers are contingent on the successful completion of a drug screen (hair and urine collection), as well as a background verification. Additionally, CSX does not accept Medical Marijuana Cards.
Primary Activities And Responsibilities
The activities and responsibilities are Loading, Unloading, Securement, and Inventory, including the following, but are not limited to:
Pay as of July 1, 2025 is $29.33 ( Hourly).
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility
This position is eligible to receive a $3000 retention bonus as follows:
CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists.
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube
Closing Statement
At CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.
CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click here to view the EEO is Law poster.
CSX Transportation and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at CSX via e-mail, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of CSX. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.
CSX Intermodal Terminals, Inc. (CSXIT) serves as an independent contractor at the Annapolis Junction facility through services provided by Total Distribution Services Inc. (TDSI) to its customers.
CSXIT Intermodal Service Employees (ISE) are responsible for safely performing activities and completing processes that place customer freight for movement on a train from the origin to the destination servicing the TDSI network. The ISEs will also be responsible for ensuring the availability of vehicle-handling services through the TDSI network of automobile-distribution facilities and storage locations.
Please note: Candidate offers are contingent on the successful completion of a drug screen (hair and urine collection), as well as a background verification. Additionally, CSX does not accept Medical Marijuana Cards.
Primary Activities And Responsibilities
The activities and responsibilities are Loading, Unloading, Securement, and Inventory, including the following, but are not limited to:
- Being able to ascend and descend rail cars. Drive the shuttle van to and from railcars and bays to pick up & drop off associates
- Inspection and documentation of equipment/vehicles for condition and operational readiness, and reporting of any found damages prior to unloading
- Operation and transfer of several types of motor vehicles (both manual and automatic transmissions) on and off multi-level railcars with limited clearances with varying degrees of elevation using ladders up to 16 feet for equipment/vehicle inspection and securement
- Raise, lower, and move portable bridge plates, decks, and ramps at elevated heights
- Open and close end doors on multi-level railcars weighing over 1,000 lbs.
Pay as of July 1, 2025 is $29.33 ( Hourly).
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility
This position is eligible to receive a $3000 retention bonus as follows:
- Must be an active employee with eight months of service to receive a $1000 payout after probationary period ends
- Must be an active employee with 18 months of service to receive additional $2000 payout
- 18 years of age or older
- Have a valid driver's license under the insurance company's requirements.
- 1-year experience working in a heavy industrial environment
- 1-year experience operating heavy machinery
- 3 years of outdoor work experience
- Basic math
- Basic computer skills
- Classifying skills (tracking and coding information)
- Communication skills (Provide clear instructions/directions)
- Reasoning skills (Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills)
- Verbal comprehension (Understanding oral and written communications-both general and technical)
- Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
- Ability to lift up to 50 or more pounds overhead in order to install bridge plates connecting the upper deck of railcars.
- Stoop, bend, kneel and crouch in confined space to release and store multi-level railcar tie down devices
- Walk the length of at least 5 railcars multiple times per hour in a typical shift
- Climb fixed ladders to 2nd and 3rd level decks multiple times per hour in a typical shift
- Balance to safely step across opening between rail cars on 2nd and 3rd level decks
- Ability to work positively and contribute to a team focused on customer service and accomplishing productivity targets
- A collective bargaining agreement governs this position, and membership is required
- An active employee who changes to a new craft may be required to permanently relinquish their seniority in the former craft unless otherwise provided for in the applicable collective bargaining agreement or other governing agreement
- Combination of indoor and outdoor work environments in all weather conditions and at elevated heights
- Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
- Knowledge of FRA and AAR securement regulations and railway line clearance requirements
- Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical tests. All internal candidates’ safety records will be reviewed and considered when evaluating the candidate pool
- Working in a high-paced outdoor environment around moving equipment and vehicles
- Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
- Ability to keep a clean work environment
- Wear the required uniform (coveralls), head protection, proper shoes, safety glasses, and other safety items as instructed
CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists.
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube
Closing Statement
At CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.
CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click here to view the EEO is Law poster.
CSX Transportation and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at CSX via e-mail, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of CSX. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.
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