Grapple Truck Operator - CDL-B
Roanoke, VA Plate Truck Operations
Job Type
Full-time
Description

     

Essential job functions and Responsibilities

· Picking up materials using a grapple truck

· Loading trucks in a fast-paced environment

· Operating machinery and tools as needed

· Removing debris for the job sites

· Inspect equipment for compliance with DOT   and company standards

· All work takes place outside on railroad   tracks, in all weather conditions

· Other duties as needed to support the   business 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Ability to lift 75lbs

· Willingness to travel out of town for   extended periods of time

· Preferred experience with railroad services   or railroad, but not required

· Preferred experience with grapple truck   operation

EDUCATION AND   CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

· Class B or A Commercial Driver's License   with an Air Brake Endorsement is Required, can NOT have an Automatic   Restriction

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical   demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an   employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this   position. Reasonable accommodations   may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential   functions. The employee is subject to   outside and inside environmental conditions frequently, with protection from   weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change. Must be able to endure the extreme heat of   summer weather.

· Primarily works in an outdoor   environment

· Frequently required use of hands,   for handling, reaching with hands and arms

· Frequently required to read, talk,   and hear clearly

· Frequently required to sit with   frequent getting up standing, walking, squatting, bending, and lifting to 75 lbs.

· Required to maintain confidentiality    

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/ or abilities. To perform this position successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

At Will Employment 

Employment at the Company is at will. An at will employment relationship can be terminated at any time, with or without reason or notice, by either you or us. This at will employment relationship exists regardless of any contrary statements made to you by anyone. Only the President and CEO of the Company is authorized to modify the at will nature of your employment relationship. The modification must be in writing.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Ferrovia, LLC dba as Genesis Rail, Ferrosafe and RVM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Requirements

Must have Class A or B Commerical Driver's License with an Air Brake Endorsement

Must be able to travel for extended periods of time