Rail Loader/Unloader

Rail Loader/Unloader AWCT is hiring 2 Rail Loader/Unloaders for our Flint location. Please apply fast for this position! Summary This position prepares railcars for loading, drives vehicles onto proper railcars, secures vehicles to railcars according to manufacturer and American Association of Railroad (AAR) standards, and prepares railcars for transportation at the Flint Lake State GM facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Drive vehicles onto rail cars Secure vehicles on rail cars using chocks or chains Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned Inspect vehicles for damage Report damage to lead, supervisor, or manager Train new employees and temporary workers Maintain a positive behavior and conduct in the workplace while acting and communicating with other customers, vendors, co-workers, and management Able to react to change productively Any duties as assigned Good and regular attendance Ability to work in a variety of situations Minimum Requirements Must be able to read, write and communicate in English Must have a high school diploma or equivalent Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's license Must have a good sense of balance and have the ability to maintain 3 points of contact Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions Ability to pass the AWCT Safe Driving and Rail Safety tests with an 80% or higher accuracy Must be able to work in tight spaces when loading vehicles Must be able to work at heights approximately 15 feet above the ground Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's license Maintain a good driving record Ability to drive both manual automatic transmission vehicles Ability to work at a height approximately 15 feet above the ground Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions Physical Demands Standing 10% of time Waiting for van Walking 40% of time To vehicles in load lines and through rail cars Sitting 50% of time Driving vehicles Lifting 50 lbs. Rail car ladders Carrying 50 lbs. Rail car ladders Pushing 10 lbs. Rail car ladders Pulling 10 lbs. Rail car ladders Stepping 0-25% of time Stairs, may have to climb in and out of van, up and down ladders Balancing 15% of time Rail car ladders Stooping 0-25% of time Tying down or chocking and ratcheting Kneeling 0-25% of time Tying down or chocking and ratcheting Crouching 0-25% of time Tying down or chocking and ratcheting Crawling 0-25% of time Tying down or chocking and ratcheting Reaching 34-66% of time Minimum 10# grip/drive vehicles, tools, setting accessories, rail ladders, doors, handles Handling 67-100% of time Drive vehicles; load/unload; tie down, keys, chocks, ratchets, steering, ladders Speaking Communicate understanding, request assistance Hearing Tying down or chocking and ratcheting Seeing Driving vehicles Depth Perception Driving vehicles Color Vision Identifying cones Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Equal Employment Opportunity AWCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class with respect to employment opportunities.

Created: 2026-03-10