Intermodal Equipment Operator - Seattle, WA
 BNSF Railway | |
 United States, Washington, Seattle | |
 Mar 03, 2025 | |
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Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. Job Location:Seattle All communication with applicants will be done via email. Please check your email on a daily basis. Who we are and what we do Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety andservice that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces. What we believe At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion.As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:
We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serveand through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Position has 3 levels of graduated proficiency handling intermodal equipment in railroad intermodal facility. Intermodal Equipment Operators may perform one level primarily; all Operators are expected to perform other levels as needed. Operate heavy equipment: cranes, side-loaders, forklifts, hostler trucks. SAFETY: Comply with company and federal safety rules, policies and procedures, such as: wear required safety equipment; respond to and act on safety concerns. GROUND SUPPORT WORKER: Assist Crane/Lift Operators to load trailers and containers on/off railcars and chassis. Work on uneven surfaces and walk long distances adjacent to railcar; climb on/off railcars. Place/remove locking/unlocking Interbox connectors weighing up to 16 lbs. Set container pedestals weighing up to 50 lbs on railcars. Lock/unlock and raise/lower trailer hitches on railcars. HOSTLER TRUCK OPERATOR: Operate up to 65,000 lb trucks in yard, with trailing units 20-57 ft long. Maneuver tractor-trailer on tight corners, in/out of parking spaces. Use on-board computer peripheral to communicate with yard management. Railcar spotting and id processes. Understand chassis-owner relationship. CRANE/LIFT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: Operate rubber tire gantry crane or similar equipment to lift 20-57 ft trailers and containers, weighing up to 65,000 lbs, on/off railcars and intermodal chassis. The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for the position. These general categories do not necessarily constitute an exhaustive list of duties of the position. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Training: Company-paid on-the-job. Relocation: Assistance not available. Work Conditions: Extreme all-weather conditions; uneven surfaces; safety sensitive work environment. Probationary Period: 8 months. Travel: Minimal. Shifts/Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/wk) subject to subject to on-call (24/7), nights, overtime, weekends, and holidays. Union: Transportation Communications International Union. Dues: Per union agreement; membership and dues required. BENEFITS: BNSF Employees receive a competitive benefit package.
All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen.
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BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free. Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available athttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic. BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. F:MO|Admin/Other TradesTransitioning Military|Operations - Transportation|Seattle,WA|98134 Zip/Postal Code:[ | |