Laborer - Rail Crew

Job

Conrad Yelvington Distributors, a CRH company, supplies and distributes aggregate materials such as granite, river gravel, limestone, natural sand, and more. This rail-served aggregate distribution network covers Florida, Southern Mississippi, South Carolina, and Alabama.

This position involves general labor duties on a rail yard crew, including shoveling, sweeping, operating hand tools and heavy equipment, and moving materials as directed. Experience in the rail or aggregate industries is helpful. With company-provided training and work experience, the Rail Crew Laborer seeks certification as a full-charge Rail Specialist, qualified to assist in train movements within CYD’s rail yards.

During orientation, the Rail Crew Laborer will apply for the CNYX Rail Conductor Program. The trainee must meet company and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards for physical requirements, motor vehicle record, and background/safety record. Upon completion, promotion to Rail Specialist and eligibility for the CNYX Locomotive Engineer Training Program may follow.

• Ensure health and safety standards are met by complying with legislation and company policies and promoting a safe work environment.
• Perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
• Operate basic equipment as instructed.
• Follow instructions and work team‑oriented.
• Regularly attend work.
• Perform other duties as required; duties described are not exhaustive.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• High school diploma or GED preferred; related experience is a plus.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.

• Basic math proficiency.

• Valid driver’s license required; must meet FRA and company standards.
• Loader experience preferred.
• Computer experience preferred.

The physical demands include regular walking, talking, hearing, standing, lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, reaching, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing. Occasional sitting, kneeling, and crouching also required. The employee must climb a ladder up to 30 feet and lift or move items up to 100 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Employees may be exposed to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather, extreme cold or heat, and moderate noise levels. Shift differential may apply.

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Conrad Yelvington Distributors, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.