Job Description
Candidate offers are contingent on the successful completion of a drug screen (hair and urine collection), as well as a background verification. Additionally, CSX does not accept Medical Marijuana Cards.
Job Summary
Intermodal Service Employees (ISE) are responsible for safely performing activities and completing processes that place customer freight for movement on a train from the origin to the CSX Intermodal Terminal destination across our network. The ISEs will also be responsible for ensuring the availability of our customers freight for pick up after arriving at the destination terminal. Health and Welfare Benefits: $216.45 per month (covers all dependents, including dental and vision).
Please note: This is a pipeline requisition created with the intent to identify candidates for future roles at CSX.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities
The activities and responsibilities fall into four broad categories (Securement, Yard/Lift Operations, Clerical and other)
Securement tasks include: Ascending and descending rail cars. Inspection and securement of trailers, containers and intermodal flatcars. Assisting lift operators in the proper positioning of equipment. Lifting of interbox connectors (IBC) and related accessories. Operation of powered vehicles known as IBC carts. Working in a high-paced outdoor environment around moving equipment and vehicles
Yard and Lift operations include: Operating utility tractors (hostlers) to move equipment on the terminal and operating lift machines that place and remove equipment to and from railcars. Connecting, moving, and parking of chassis, trailers and containers on terminal property. Inspection of equipment for condition and operational readiness. Ascending and descending vehicle ladder/stairs. Connecting and disconnecting airlines (gladhands). Manually operating crank handle to raise and lower chassis landing gear legs. Operation of various lift equipment configurations to load and unload trailers and containers to/from railcars, stacks, ground or chassis. Prolonged sitting in equipment cabs. Use of joystick controls, radios, equipment displays and onboard computers. Lifting and lowering containers and trailers from elevated heights safely and efficiently
Clerical duties include: Utilize Microsoft Office systems. Utilize computer systems to obtain and/or input information regarding intermodal car and/or equipment. Knowledge of hazmat requirements and ability to respond to minor spills as necessary
Other duties require: Knowledge of FRA and AAR securement regulations and railway line clearance requirements. The ability to work positively and contribute to a team focused on customer service and accomplishing productivity targets. Ability to identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action. Inspection and application of end-of-train device and performance of airbrake tests Ability to clean, lubricate and maintain securement devices and other special intermodal equipment
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
Pay Rates:
$26.99/Hourly. Pay increase July 1, 2024 to $28.21/hour.
Training:
You are expected to attend one week of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center (ATC) in Atlanta, GA. New hires must maintain an 85% passing rate on quizzes and tests to remain in training. Failure to maintain the 85% average will result in new hires being released fromthe program and their offer will be rescinded. On-the-job training begins immediately following the successful completion of training at the ATC.
Minimum Qualifications:
18 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications:
One year experience working in a heavy industrial environment
One year experience operating heavy machinery
Three years of outdoor work experience
Physical Requirements:
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
Physical agility, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and walking
Walk long distances over uneven terrain
Driving a tractor/trailer combination in an industrial setting
Moderately heavy to heavy industrial work
Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
Job Requirements:
Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
Must pass all required assessments
Must pass a background screening
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
May be in a gated booth adjacent to the entry lanes
CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
