CDL Class A Truck Driver–LOCAL- HOME DAILY-Locomotive Fueling-Bedford Park

Job Description

Description

Velocity Rail Solutions, Inc. has a history dating back to 1996. Velocity has long-term fixed contracts with Class I Railroads to fuel locomotives using specialized equipment. We have dedicated trucks that operate 24/7 365 days a year. We work in all types of weather and our work is not seasonal. Pay you can count on!!!

Location: Bedford Park area in Chicago

Highlights:

• $70,268 + annual earnings

• $1540/weekly (60 hours)

• $1144/weekly (48 hours)

• Paid Weekly!

• Home daily! 

• Night shift, 5pm-5am. 60-60-48 weekly rotating schedule. Week 1: Off Tuesday and Wednesday, Week 2: Off Wednesday and Thursday, Week 3: Off Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday

• Must have a Class A CDL with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements.

• Automatic Tractor NOT Manual

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Individual & Family – BCBS)
• 401(k) with 5% company contribution + 4% match (fully vested immediately)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (vacation starts accruing on day one)
• Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Supplemental insurance options
• Gym membership discounts
• Legal & Identity Theft Assistance
• Annual work boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement

We offer hourly pay with built-in Overtime on a weekly basis! Paid training! Plus, we offer ‘Paid Holidays’, whether you are scheduled to work or not! Vacation time starts to accrue on day one, even while you are in training. No need to wait 1 year for vacation time to be available! We also have a full benefits package available after 30 days of employment. Drivers find out our benefit offerings, low deductibles, premiums, our 5% match on our 401K with immediate vesting and they know how much we care about drivers and their families!

Responsibilities / Job Duties: 

·         First and foremost, work safely at all times without incident. You are empowered to STOP work at any time due to unsafe conditions.

·         Follow step by step procedures when fueling and defueling locomotives, railroad equipment, and direct to storage.  

·         Fully loaded and readily available, while on duty, to answer customer dispatches and respond in a timely manner.

·         Provides complete and accurate fuel accounting paperwork in the prescribed manner within established timelines.

·         Wears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

·         Conducts pre and post shift vehicle and equipment inspections.

·         Use worker protection when required and follows all customer safety rules and regulations.

·         Controls, contains and reports any spill or incident (operational and/or safety related) immediately to management.

·         Assists with light maintenance and upkeep of the vehicles and equipment.

·         Assists with cleanliness and organization of company provided office space, storage, etc.

·         Ensure all training is current and kept up to date.

·         Is a reliable, safe, and positive team member that demonstrates their commitment with proper attendance, verbal or written communication, and conduct.

·         Other duties as assigned by Regional Manager or Site Leader.

Requirements/Qualifications:

                   ·         Must have a Class A CDL with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements. 

·         Must meet all refinery carding requirements and maintain current refinery certifications at all times

·         Must be able to clear all background checks required by the company, customer, and government.

·         Individuals are responsible for maintaining all required licenses and certifications at all times

·         Must be able to read, write, and understand English.

·         Must be reliable and dependable.

·         Must know when to ask for help.

·         Moderate computer skills are required.

·         Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision

·         Should be willing to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.  Shifts may rotate.

Physical Requirements:

·         Able to consistently bend, stoop, kneel and climb on and off elevated surfaces
·         May have to walk long distances on paved or unmaintained or uneven surfaces
·         Able to climb in and out of a truck cab multiple times per shift, and climb a ladder or steps 10 more times per day
·         Able to drive and work outside in adverse weather conditions
·         Willing to work with liquid non-hazardous & dry bulk materials
·         Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs frequently

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