Intermodal Operations Specialist

What You'll Do The Intermodal Operations Specialist is responsible for safely performing activities and completing processes that place customer freight for intermodal rail and yard movement according to client's need. This role is a cross-trained position with responsibilities including, but not limited to, yard/lift operations, securement, clerical administrative duties, load plan coordination, customer service, driver assistance, safety leader, terminal operating system knowledge, and remote operations in a fast-paced outdoor environment. ResponsibilitiesWork as a member of a team to coordinate and plan the daily workloadWork in a high-paced outdoor environment around moving equipment, vehicles, and trainsAttend or facilitate pre-shift job briefingsComplete pre and post shift cursory inspections of equipmentOperate various lift equipment: overhead cranes, side loaders, reach stackers to unload/load containers and trailers to/from railcars, stacks, ground or chassisLifting and lowering containers and trailers from elevated heights safely and efficientlyAscend and descend railcarsLifting interbox connectors (IBC)Ensure that all containers, trailers, and intermodal flatcars are properly securedOperate utility tractors (UTR) to move equipment to/from locations in the yard, stacks, and railcarsUtilize terminal operating system for yard inventoryIn/out-gate over the road (OTR) drivers using a technology deviceUtilize Microsoft office applications: Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPointUtilize various class one railroad terminal operating systems to load, operate, set up yard allocations, complete work orders, close out intermodal trains, and various other responsibilities.Report out key performance metrics to leadershipDevelop and sustain relationships with Class one railroads terminal personalRemote Operations: could include operating overhead gantry cranes from remote workstations, load plan multiple Class 1 terminals and trains, receiving customer service and driver assistance calls from multiple Class 1 railroadsWhat You'll NeedRequiredHigh School diploma or equivalent intermodal facility experienceValid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR)Efficiency and time-management skillsAbility to operate or willingness to learn computer systems required for terminal dynamicsAbility to adjust to changing facility demands as requested by the client's requirements and commitments due to seasonal variances, disrupted work schedules, and industry needsAbility/Willing to work outside in all weather conditionsAbility to work in the presence of loud machinery Experience running and maneuvering hostler equipment in tight spacesExperience running heavy lift equipment such as: rubber tire gantry cranes, rail mounted gantry cranes, side loaders, and reach stackersPreferredCommercial driver's license (CDL) (not required) Willingness to work after hour call outs.Willingness to work any shiftPrior securement experience preferred (not required) Location This role is based out of Burbank, WA 99323This role requires employees to be on-site during shifts. Your assimilation into our culture is very important in having a long and mutually beneficial career at REMPREX.Our core values are the driving force in our business.As a potential member of the REMPREX team, you should align with our core values below: Safety | We commit to actively foster a healthy and injury free environment for our employees, clients and the communities we serve. Integrity | We make it a priority to do the right thing even when no one is looking, which is why we commit to the highest ethical standard. Innovation | We challenge conventional thinking to continually improve the products and services we offer. Transparency | We say what we mean, mean what we say, and do what we say we'll do. Who is REMPREX and Why Are We Hiring?Headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, REMPREX specializes in the operation, support and engineering of intermodal terminals and ports nationwide.We specialize in delivering safe, efficient, and scalable services to help our clients transport intelligently.Click here to see it for yourself!As we continue to rapidly grow, we're looking for intermodal operation specialists that can exceed our customer needs and help us to remain a leader in our industry, delivering exceptional service in all that we do - that's where you come in!Ready to build your career with an industry leader?REMPREX is the one intermodal logistics company that truly does it all and whether you are looking to make an impact on our front line in Operations or ready to contribute your expertise to one of our professional corporate areas like Information Technology, Account & Finance, Human Resources or Client Services, our highly innovative, rapidly growing enterprise provides everything you need to build a rewarding career.If you are a builder at heart, enjoy solving problems, taking the initiative, pitching in where needed, are always up for a challenge, we encourage you to explore your future with REMPREX and apply today! If this role isn't what you're looking for, please consider other open positions.REMPREX is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Additionally, REMPREX participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.As part of our pre-employment process, we do require successful completion of a background and drug screening.IND1Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)