Rail Specialist

Summary: The Rail Specialist will be responsible for unloading railcars, operating equipment, and maintaining accurate documentation and inventory. This role will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with all safety regulations. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate equipment to assist with railcar placement and movement.
• Unload railcars into inventory and maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
• Maintain open and professional communication.
• Provide accurate documentation for unloaded railcars including railcar identification numbers.
• Safely drive and operate trucks, vehicles, equipment, and tools in compliance with all regulations, company policies, manufacturer instructions, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and any other applicable laws, codes, and/or regulations.  
• Inspect and maintain facility, trucks and equipment to ensure cleanliness, safety, proper operation and positive cooperative image.  Report any issues to Management.
• Assist the Sales Department with calls and potential sales target areas.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all work as required by company, division, and location policy.
• Perform and/or coordinate routine maintenance including (but not limited to) facility and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain a safe and clean workplace, free from refuse, debris, and unnecessary hazards. Adhere to the Secure Site Plan. Adhere to Federated policies and procedures and communicate to those loading at the facility.
• Assist in other areas of our business as needed.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• MPA Rail Unloading certification or equivalent (or ability to obtain). 
• One to three months related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Valid driver's license required.
• Previous Propane, Agriculture, and CDL experience preferred.
• Active CDL with appropriate endorsements preferred or ability to obtain
• Ability to regularly lift and /or move more than 50 pounds.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), when required.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Compensation:

The pay range for the Rail Specialist is $22 - $31/hour. The actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills, and certifications.

Below is a summary of the benefits Federated Co-ops Inc. offers to employees and are subject to eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

Benefits:
Federated Co-ops Inc. offers a competitive benefits package to those who qualify which includes medical insurance, HSA employer contribution, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, matching 401(k), employee assistance program, disability insurance, employee discounts, referral program, clothing allowance/uniforms, paid holidays, floating holiday, PTO and direct deposit.

Salary : $22 - $31