Block Operator / Bridge Tender- Chicago, IL 2025
Posted on: 28 Jan 2025
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
Norfolk Southern
Norfolk, VA
Norfolk Southern Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods. The company transports industrial products, including chemicals, agriculture, and metals and construction materials; and coal, automobiles, and automotive parts. It also transports overseas freight through various Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports; and provides commuter passenger services. As of December 31, 2018, the company operated approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia in the United States. Norfolk Southern Corporation was founded in 1883 and is based in Norfolk, Virginia.
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IndustryTransport/Delivery Services
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No. of Employees26,662
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