Vehicle Unloader - Spokane, WA

Job Details

Job Location

ARS - Spokane, WA 0704 - Spokane, WA

Vehicle Handler

Professional Transportation is looking for a Vehicle Handler to join our Railway Services team in Spokane!

Benefits of Joining PTI:

• Multiple benefit plan options

• Paid vacation time

• 401(K) retirement

• On the job training

• Room for growth and advancement within the company

Job Summary:

As a PTI Unload/Auto Handler, you will be responsible for safe and quality handling of customer and company property, specifically, movement of vehicles on/off railroad equipment. This position works outside in all types of weather, driving, and unloading vehicles to and from rail cars. If you like a fast-paced, physical position that gets you up and moving, then this is for you. Shift options include days and usually at least one weekend day.No prior experience required!

Responsibilities:

• Must safely adjust rail cars to set up unloading out of the rail cars.

• Must safely move vehicles off the rail car to set up for pick up or shipment.

• Must drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles, including oversized vehicles.

• Work in tight and narrow spaces.

• Participate in job briefings with the Supervisors and crew prior to work beginning.

• Wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as safety vest, or high vis shirts, safety glasses at times, hearing protection and safety toe boots, when required.

• Maintain clear communication with other crew members while moving vehicles.

• Inspect all rail equipment and vehicles to ensure there is no damage and notify the operator and supervisor immediately if damage is found.

• Handle all rail equipment and vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.

• Maintain awareness and organization within the auto yard facility, attention to the ground surfaces to include (potholes, debris and/or slippery conditions).

Our ideal candidate must:

• Have a valid drivers license

• Must be able to maintain eRail certification credentials as required by the railroad.

• Have good written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with a variety of individuals.

• Be able to work in all outdoor conditions including (rain, snow, ice, heat, wind, cold, etc.).

• May need to travel throughout the yard/facility by walking or driving.

• Physically demanding position and due to the nature of the environment; requires bending, squatting, leaning, and moving plates to span rail cars.

• Must be able to see and hear moving equipment.

• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed including weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and holidays.

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