Apprentice Operator I

$53,498 - $66,872/Yr

Hulcher Services - Sauget, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Sauget, IL

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Apprentice Operator I position at Hulcher Services, Inc. involves the operation and service of heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments. The role requires introductory skills in handling various equipment and performing essential duties on chemical remediation sites, ensuring safety and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates heavy equipment.
• Drives tractor-trailer or escort vehicles.
• Services and maintains heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
• Carries, handles, and detaches/attaches heavy steel chains, blocks, and steel cables.
• Climbs on and crawls under derailed railroad cars and other equipment.
• Cleans, maintains, and sets up equipment requiring the use of small and large tools.
• Operates cutting torch and welding equipment.
• Utilizes various hand and power tools.
• Lifts up to 150 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Works at elevated heights on railroad cars, bridges, over water, or in water.
• Learns and complies with company policies and procedures, and safety rules.
• Learns hazardous materials handling and precautions.
• Maintains required equipment service records.
• Assures safekeeping and proper usage of company tools.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required.

Requirements

• High School degree preferred.
• One plus years work experience in the same or related field.
• Class A CDL.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to perform inspections.
• Identifies need for maintenance inspections and knows the location of specific items on equipment.
• Demonstrates proper procedures when inspecting equipment.
• Application of mechanical procedures.
• Understanding of limitations of equipment when in operation.
• Demonstrates safe handling when setting up/breaking down equipment, proper lifting techniques, proper winching techniques, and proper driving techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $25.72 to $32.15 per hour.
• On-the-job training and apprenticeship opportunities.