Velocity Rail Solutions, Inc. has a history dating back to 1996. Velocity has long-term fixed contracts with Class I Railroads to fuel and/or service 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
Highlights
$100,000 - $103,000 +Annual earnings + Annual Bonus $3,000 Sign On Bonus Home Daily! Paid weekly 60-60-48 hour rotational dayshift schedule 6 AM to 6 PM Sunday Through Thursday with Friday and Saturday off! Guaranteed overtime Class A CDL with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements required. Medical-High and Low-Deductible plans with set copays and prescription amounts (Individual and Family coverage) Medical, dental, and vision 401k - give 5% get 4% match, fully vested in matching funds immediately Company paid life, AD+D, and long-term disability Short term Disability Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions Healthcare flex spending account Dependent Care Flex Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Legal EASE (Legal and Financial Assistance) Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans Paid holidays, sick time, and PTO Annual Work boot Reimbursement 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. You can use it as you accrue it, carry it over, let it build up, or cash it out! No need to wait 1 year for vacation time to be available! We also have a full benefits package available after 60 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
Major Purpose: The Site Leader is the production level employee responsible for assisting the Regional Manager in providing superior and safe customer service through the implementation of the VRS Operating System at the worksite. The Site Leader will report directly to the Regional Manager and assist in the necessary business processes as directed.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
Performs the production tasks of a Direct to Locomotive Fueler. Ensures their location is consistently turning in accurate reports to their Coordinator on time (FAR, BOL, Time sheets, and Purchase Card Receipts, etc.) Ensures Eagle eye, Geotab, and ADP time keeping compliance are implemented for all drivers. Ensures Third Party Audits are meeting VRS and Customer Standards. Develops the site customer(s) relationship by: Maintaining contact with the customer at the local level to ensure that we have a complete understanding of the customers needs, schedule, special service requests, etc. Communicating service deviations, customer complaints and service failures to their Regional Manager and responding as instructed. Participating in root cause analysis of service failures and in the development of corrective actions and implementing identified solutions. Participating in customer discussions and assisting in documenting responses. Assists the Regional Manager by ensuring that site employees are hired, trained, and treated right by: Working with the Recruiting Manager and Regional Manager throughout the hiring process to ensure that all steps are completed and that the best possible candidate for the position is identified and hired. Trains, and/or delegates, training of new hires as required by the training standards. Proctors written knowledge exams of standard operating procedures and conducts proficiency exercises. Conducting and documenting monthly communication meetings. Follows up with absent employees to ensure all topics discussed are understood. Promotes safety values and champions that commitment by: Believe that our goal of Zero Occurrences is achievable and helps everyone else at the site understand the importance of safety; Attend Lead Safety Specialist Meetings (if applicable) and Regional Meetings Ensure that the requirements of the Safety, Health and Environment section of the VRS Operating System is developed and implemented at the site: Involves others at the site in Observations that are being performed and ensuring that corrective actions are made Work with the Regional Manager and Safety Manager to ensure that the operation is compliant with all local, state and federal regulatory requirements (DOT, FRA, ETC.), as well as any customer specific safety rules and expectations, particularly PPE. Understanding and training all site employees in the use of the Emergency Response and Security plan. Works with the Regional Manager and Safety Manager to ensure all Driver qualification files are complete for all DOT team members. Ensure that assets (equipment) are properly maintained and repaired by: Ensure all back up equipment has been in operation for the past 14 days. Establishing and maintaining service records, maintenance files and a schedule of service intervals for all equipment assigned to the location in Zendu. Ensuring that the established Asset Maintenance program is followed, tracking next service dates in Zendu. Creates a professional work atmosphere by: Enforcing the expectation of projecting a professional branding image;
Requirements/Qualifications
Must have Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements. No Automatic Restriction.
Equipment
is manual. Must be able to clear all background checks required by the Company, customer and government. Individuals are responsible for always maintaining all required licenses and certifications in a current and valid status. Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision. Must be able to read, write and understand English to communicate effectively with employees, management, and customers in verbal and written form. Must be reliable and dependable. Computer skills are necessary and intermediate skills desirable. Must be willing to work a variety of shifts which at times may include nights, weekends and holidays. You must be available to operations at any hour of the day and in case of an emergency, be able to respond to the worksite. Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Previous supervisory or management experience is preferred
- Strong background in diagnosing issues with industrial pumping and hydraulic systems, coordinating with repair shops for resolution, and ensuring minimal operational downtime.
Physical Requirements
- Able to consistently bend, stoop, kneel and climb on and off elevated surfaces
- Willing to receive general safety training
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
- Willing to work with liquid non-hazardous + dry bulk materials
- Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds
- May have to walk long distances and climb in and out of the truck multiple times a day.
