(Vehicle) Rail Loader

3 months ago

Portland, United States Auto Warehousing Company Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Auto Warehousing (AWC) has been family-owned and operated for more than 50 years and is North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics. Our mission is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our Associates are the reason for our success, and developing their talent remains critical to our future.

Our Portland location is looking to hire 1 Full-Time Rail Loader. For this position, you MUST be able to work outside 100% of the time, have a valid Driver's License, and be able to drive a Manual Transmission (stick shift) Vehicle. We are located in Portland Oregon. This is a very physically demanding position that requires you to work in tight spaces, climb ladders, and lift bridge plates. This will primarily be a Monday-Friday position with the shift of 7:00am-3:30 pm however due to the vessel schedule - some overtime during week or weekends may be required.


Safety is our number one priority so if this sounds like you- Apply today for quick consideration


AWC offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental well-being. Benefits include health insurance for associates, spouses, and children; basic life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; EAP; auto discounts; a 401(k) plan with company contribution; and several voluntary benefits. Vancouver associates have holidays, vacation, paid time off (PTO), bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.


Summary of Position:

Obtain, inspect, transport, load, and unload vehicles onto rail cars in a safe and efficient manner. This is a general overview of the position, not an all-inclusive list of activities.

Essential Functions, Duties & Tasks:

  • Prepare rail car for loading
    • Open/Close rail car doors
    • Raise and lower rail car decks
    • Operate loading ramp and position correctly for safe vehicle entry
    • Properly set rail car bridge plates in place
  • Shuttle vehicles onto the rail cars
    • Check vehicles for damage
    • Report damage or miss bays to lead, supervisor, or manager
    • Drive customer vehicles onto rail cars from staging lines in a safe and efficient manner
  • Secure vehicles in the rail cars
    • Apply chains or chocks, as required by manufacturers, to ensure the vehicle is secure
    • Walk the deck to verify vehicles are properly loaded and secured
  • Various duties as assigned or required to help the facility function in a team environment
    • Adhere to all AWC and AAR safety standards
    • Train new employees and temporary workers

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

  • Able to follow directions, both written and verbal
  • Able to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
  • Good visual ability
  • Knowledge of the use of hand tools (i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, etc.)
  • Must have a good sense of balance
  • Able to work at a height approximately 15 feet above the ground
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds overhead
  • Able to push, pull, or carry up to 85 pounds
  • Able to pass Safe Driving, Rail, and Buck Ramp quizzes with 80% accuracy or better
  • Able to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions

Education, Experience & Minimum Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license; good driving record
  • 6 months work experience

Preferred Requirements:

  • ​Experience working in a team environment

Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.



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