Block Operator/Bridge Tender- CHICAGO,IL

at Norfolk Southern in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Block Operator/Bridge Tender- CHICAGO,IL

Job Description

Job Requirements
Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Monitor maritime and railroad traffic to safely operate a moveable bridge to allow the passage of vessels or trains
Inputting information into computers and preparing reports, research, review, and record trailer inventory
Ability to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays
Instruct all road and yard crews as to the movement, make-up and placement of trains and cars in yard limits
Candidates should expect to be trained on the Cummings Draw Bridge, Hick Tower , Landers Tower
The 100% step rate daily wage for this position is from $305.56/day.
Wage, benefits, and other duties are governed by the collective bargaining union agreement.
Union Membership Required with mandatory associated membership dues. New hires will typically join the union within 60 calendar days of the first day of service. They will typically become eligible for health benefits the first day of the calendar month that follows employment. Spouse and depends may be eligible for coverage.

Work Conditions

Work Environment
24/7 Operation
Environment: Office
On-Call: Yes
Weekend Work: Yes
Shift Work: Yes
Must be able to work various Shifts (4A-6A,12P-2P,8P-10P )

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
Must possess a valid Driver's License
Must be able to perform heavy physical labor
Must have basic computer and typing competencies
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation and, gender identity. Together, we power progress.