Laborer - Maintenance of Way

Full Time
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Posted
Job description
At Travero, we believe there is always a way to get to YES. That innovative thinking can overcome any challenge. That being a good partner means delivering – every time. That silos are something you see out the window, not in the office. That a company can exist to serve people with uncommon, common sense. That a good logistics partner makes you better at what you do for your customers. That success requires agility and ambitious action. With experts in brokerage, trucking, rail, trans-loading and warehousing, Travero’s creative solutions allow our customers to focus on the thing they care about most — growing their business.

Travero, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy, is a logistics solutions company with more than 100 years of experience in freight management and delivery. Travero’s focus centers on giving customers a one-stop shop for customized supply chain solutions via our portfolio of transportation and logistics firms.

What Sets Us Apart
  • Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package
  • A dedication to career growth and development.
  • A culture that embraces our core values of live safety, do the right thing, care for others, make things better, act for tomorrow, and think beyond – be bold

Ready to become part of a 100 year history? CRANDIC would love for you to join the team as a Laborer - Maintenance of Way in Cedar Rapids, IA! In this role, you will performs the construction, maintenance, repair and dismantling of track, roadbed structures and facilities related to railroad right-of-way. This position will be part of the union and subject to seniority within the union.
  • Normal Schedule: November - April: 7:00am - 3:30pm. Availability to work four 10 hour days during summer.
  • Available for Callout and standby as need arises.

What you will do
  • Tasks consist of general maintenance, construction and upkeep throughout railroad right-of-way.
  • Works with and around heavy equipment while performing track construction, rehabilitation and maintenance. Exposure to dirt and grease is typical in this role. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions – including snow, ice, rain, cold and heat. Personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, vests, and/or hearing protection is worn where required.
  • Understands, and is in compliance with, CRANDIC rules and procedures, GCOR, and FRA standards as they relate to position responsibilities. Operates power tools and various hand tools.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
Supervision:
  • Performs work under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Track and Structures or the Manager of Track and Structures.
Education Requirements
  • High School Diploma Required
Preferred Experience
  • Previous construction, heavy equipment operation and/or welding experience

Other Requirements
  • Must possess valid Iowa driver’s license and have the ability to acquire a class A CDL within 60 days of employment.
  • This job is covered by the Federal Rail Administration regulations on drug and alcohol testing (CFR 49, Part 217), and is subject to drug testing according to said regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated mechanical ability and aptitude, including experience using electric and/or gas powered hand tools and/or hydraulic power tools, is required.
  • Flexibility to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to work effectively in a diverse represented labor group.

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.
Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Travero is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

All candidates selected for employment with Travero and/or Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a drug screen and background check.

Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Alliant Energy and affiliates is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.

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