Railroad Laborer

  • Full-Time
  • Dallas, TX
  • PRS Pacific Rail Services
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
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Pacific Rail Services is looking for CASUAL employees to join our team at the Union Pacific Mesquite Terminal!

This is an On-The-Job-Training opportunity that allows those who need some additional skills for the job to be hired and trained on the job with a starting pay of $15.25 per hour and the possibly of becoming a full time employee. This is a Teamsters Union yard so you will be required to join the Union. You will learn how to drive and park a 53 ft trailer with a jockey truck and you will also learn the in's and out's of being a ground person walking along the railroad tracks climbing on and off of rail cars. On the job training is also available to become a forklift operator and crane operator if the employee in the position of Jockey Driver/Ground person proves to be a safe and dependable employee. Room for advancement. We run 24/7/365 day facilities.

Shifts Available:
  • On-Call
  • Must be available to work 30-60 hours a week

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Drive company vehicles in a safe manner.
  • Spotting and parking of Intermodal freight trailers.
  • Locking and unlocking of Intermodal freight trains.
  • Be safety-minded and follow the rules and regulations.

Physical Responsibilities:
  • Climb in and out of vehicles numerous times throughout the shift.
  • Alternate between walking and sitting.
  • Constant climbing, stooping, twisting, and turning while performing Groundperson duties.

Applicants for the Jockey Driver/Groundperson position must meet the general requirements for employment with the company, according to the Company hiring process which include:
  • A valid Driver's License.
  • Must be able to pass a 7-year background check. Any felonies in the last 7 years of jail time in the last 5 years will disqualify applicants.
  • Must be able to pass a hair follicle drug test.
  • Must be able to pass an IPCS Physical Capabilities Test.
  • (No GED or diploma required).

Benefits:
  • No Fringe Benefits unless you become a full time employee.

Please respond to this advertisement with your resume, or apply in person at:
UP Mesquite Terminal
4500 Samuell Blvd
Mesquite, TX. 75149


About PRS Pacific Rail Services:

Pacific Rail Services is the leading Railroad Contractor on the East Coast. Intermodal yard operations is the core of PRS expertise. For over three decades PRS has provided innovative solutions for our customers ensuring timely movement of freight in the truck to rail arena. Unparalleled industry productivity combined with years of knowledge has established PRS as a premier intermodal yard service provider.

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