About this role
<p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Reference Number:</strong> 4931 <br><strong>Department: </strong>Transportation <br><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.<br></span></span><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:16.0px">Rate of Pay: $35.37/hr.</span></strong></span></span><br><em>Most communications will be done electronically. Please check email, including spam folders, daily.</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application.</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Description</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px">Support the loading and unloading of intermodal containers to and from the rail cars. A hostler operator will use a hostler truck to spot and pull containers and chassis to and from track side. Operates an overhead straddle crane that straddles the rail cars and is use to load and unload the containers. Support the loading operation by setting up the rails cars, placing IBCs (Inter box connectors) and locking down the train once the loading is complete.</span><br> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Accountabilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively handle conflict situations </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Required to follow directions and be a team player </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">On Call - Rotating board 24/7, including weekends and holidays </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Outdoor work that requires extensive walking, climbing on railcars, bending, stooping, and handling of 10 lb. interlocking box connectors (IBC). </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Container loading/unloading from railcars with overhead straddle cranes </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Use of on-board computers for data entry </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Operate utility tractors in rail yard </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Frequent spotting of containers/ trailers to parking slots/trackside </span><br> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications - Required</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Good verbal communication skills</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Valid driver's license</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Experience driving a semi truck or hostler (UTR)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Able to read and comprehend regulations and instructions</span><br> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications - Preferred</b></H2> </div><div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical and Mental Job Requirements</b></H2> </div><div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Work Conditions</b></H2> </div><div></div></div></div><p>Union Pacific strives to attract all available talent. We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best, personally and professionally, as we remain a merit and performance-based company.</p> <p>What we offer:</p> <ul> <li>A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture</li> <li>Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Metropolitan Community College)</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan</li> <li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%</li> <li>Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership<br>Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs</li> </ul>