Job Description:Iron Junction Logistics, a division of Omaha Track, Inc. is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value. We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement.
Class A CDL Drivers are home nightly and paid every Friday.
Scheduled Monday through Friday and 1 weekend per month. Extra load pay on weekend!
The Driver Performs a variety of work in the operation of tractor trailer combinations with a capacity up to 80,000 GW. Semi drivers will use manual drayage trucks and transport a variety of rail road materials
This position requires 2 years of previous Class A CDL Driving experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Tractor-trailer experience in all 4 seasons preferred.
- Drayage experience is required.
- Flatbed experience is required and tarping is a plus.
- Must be able to drive a manual transmission.
Position Description:
The local Driver is responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport intermodal containers between company and customer facilities, rail yards, and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner. Driver will also be responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport flatbed and end dump trailers between company and customer facilities, interfacility moves, and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
- Operate a tractor-trailer combination safely and efficiently to transport assigned loads
- Ensure all loaded materials are safely secured prior to and throughout transport
- Inspect company vehicles/trailers and report necessary maintenance in accordance with policies and procedures
- Check-in with the Transportation department daily for assignments and updates
- Participate in all job briefings, follow railroad protection limits, and conduct proper radio communications
- Practice proper housekeeping with clean, properly maintained vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Accurately complete and maintain a drivers log in accordance with requirements
- Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures
- Report all job site incidents and injuries to Transportation Manager immediately
- Complete and maintain all required safety training and certifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Class A CDL required (must have air brake endorsement and no manual transmission restrictions)
- Motor vehicle record must not have any major driving offenses within the last three (3) years
- At least 2 years of over-the-road driving experience required; flatbed driving experience preferred
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write
- Demonstrated strong mechanical and intermediate mathematical skills
Work Requirements:
- Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and drive a DOT regulated vehicle
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card, required for DOT regulated vehicle operation
- Ability and willingness to fly commercial airlines for business related travel
- Ability to effectively use an iPhone and mobile printer
- Understand and accurately interpret/follow laws, rules, regulations, and other railroad/Iron Junction guidelines
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a diverse group
- Ability to transverse and work on uneven surfaces in an outdoor environment submit to all elements/conditions
- Ability to change easily from one task to another (varying in nature) and deal with competing demands
- Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: lifting/carrying (up to 100lbs), sitting, kneeling, climbing, standing, walking, bending, squatting, pulling, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders
- Personal protective equipment must be used/worn as required
- Must be available to work 1 weekend a month at the discretion of the local transportation manager
Comprehensive Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Healthcare spending reimbursement account- HSA
- Quarterly Bonus Incentive Opportunity
- Company Paid Short-term disability, Long-term disability, and Life Insurance
- 401K with Match
- Annual Company clothing store allowance
- Parental leave
- Company match on charitable donations
We look forward to receiving your application!