Grapple Truck Operator

Company / Benefits Overview

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values:
Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence
. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
• Life Insurance
• Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital,  & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• On the Job Training
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!
• Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

As a Grapple Truck Operator, you'll play an important role in supporting railroad maintenance and operations by safely operating specialized equipment, inspecting trailers, and ensuring equipment is maintained and ready for service. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and contributing to the safe and efficient movement of materials throughout the rail network.

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• Safely operate a grapple truck to support maintenance and material-handling operations complying with all federal, state and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations
• Inspect trailers and components for compliance with DOT and company standards
• Perform scheduled and on-demand maintenance activity
• Perform a physical yard check to ensure all trailers in yard are listed and trailer numbers are correct
• Complete reports, inspection forms, and required documentation
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

• Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
• Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact
• Able to squat, bend and lift overhead with extended periods of kneeling or crouching (bending at the knees)
• Frequent lifting of equipment and tools up to 76 pounds

• 2+ years of related rail industry work experience; 3+ years preferred or at least 1-3 years of previous grapple truck experience
• Other technical training, experience with heavy tools, or work in an outside environment are a plus

• High school diploma or GED and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• RWP and EIC certification is a plus
• At least 18 years of age

• Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
• Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
• Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history

Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate.

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.