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Gate Clerk

PACIFIC RAIL SERVICES
Joliet, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2027

Job Summary - NEEDED - BILLINGUAL CANDIDATES - SPANISH - RUSSIAN - CHINESE/JAPANESE - MIDDLE EASTERN - POLISH

Essential Responsibilities:

Gate Clerk:

  • Inspects all intermodal units for unit number and damage to the unit using an automated computerized gate system.
  • Maintains accuracy of all trailer/container inspections, ensuring that all security seals are intact on all trailers and containers.
  • Responsible for overseeing and documenting any damage to arriving or departing units with timeliness and accuracy to the customer.
  • Maintains a quality environment where performance inspections are handled safely and accident and injury free.
  • Ensures compliance is met under HAZMAT and OSHA Regulations. This would include reporting any incidents to the supervisory immediately. Inspectors are required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as safety vest, safety glasses and protective hard hat, when applicable.
  • Ability to maintain clear communication with truck drivers while performing inspections.
  • Properly identifies any terminal lanes not in use by placing appropriate cones in lane to notify drivers.
  • Responsible for completing all required paperwork for the customer accurately.
  • Maintain company values, rules, policies and procedures are met to fulfill the company mission, as well as productive relationships with customers and vendors.

Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 or older
  • Valid Drivers License or State ID and Must have Social Security Card or Work Authorization
  • Pass Back Ground Check - NO Felonies within 7 years
  • Pass Drug Test
  • Multi-Tasker, Highly organized, flexible in schedule and Critical Thinking Skills
  • Detailed oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Working knowledge of email and Microsoft systems.

***LOOIKING FOR A COUPLE BILLINGUAL CANDIDATES - SPANISH - RUSSIAN - CHINESE/JAPANESE -MIDDLE EASTERN - POLISH

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K'
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Typical end time:

  • 12AM

Typical start time:

  • 12AM

This Job Is:

  • A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
  • A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
  • A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
  • A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
  • A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Work Remotely

  • No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

  • Good Speaking Ability!!!
  • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
  • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
  • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
  • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
  • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
  • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
  • Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
  • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17

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