What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Yard Associate position at Luck Companies?
Our Distribution Yard Associate is tasked with assisting train and barge off loads from the ground - shoveling, using pry bars, maintaining conveyors. This is a physical job that requires someone to be safe and work in a team environment. There is exposure to the environments all day - hot is hot, cold is cold. We use wheel loaders, skid steers and excavators. Must love running equipment. Very important aspect of the position is being open to a varying schedule due to barge and rail timelines that align with customer needs. There could be early mornings or late evening and weekend work. Every task is working within the team - the team prides itself on looking after each other to ensure everyone is safe. An average day will start with a team meeting to discuss upcoming loads, team assignments into various areas of the distribution yard, and a safety talk. We work together with a continuous improvement mindset. Position will also support our Berkley and Greenwood yard when necessary.
Pay starts at $20.58 and goes up with industry and equipment operation experience.
Qualifications
- Flexibility to work a varying schedule to include evenings and weekends when necessary
- Previous experience working in a similar outdoor environment a plus
- Previous experience with rail or barge, running heavy equipment (skid steer, mini-excavator, loader) or welding and cutting a plus
Benefits start day 1 of employment and include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability
- Paid time off: personal, vacation, holidays, 5 well being days yearly
- Matching 401K and retirement pension
Luck Companies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. EEO
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