Drier Operator Helper Job Description Sample

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must be able to successfully complete a physical, drug screen and background check

We are an equal opportunity employer.

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must be able to successfully complete a DOT physical, drug screen and background check

We are an equal opportunity employer.

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must be able to successfully complete a DOT physical, drug screen and background check

We are an equal opportunity employer.

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check

We are an equal opportunity employer.

I. SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Operator

• Inspects locomotive before operating to verify specified fuel, sand, water, and other supplies.

• Receives starting signal from foreman or helper and moves controls, such as throttle and airbrakes, to move locomotive.

• Interprets train orders, train signals, and rules and regulations to operate locomotive, following safety regulations, operating procedures, and switching schedule.

• Assists crew leader in training new employees.

• Observes track to detect obstructions.

• Prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.

• Lubricates moving parts of locomotive.

• Handle train equipment in a safe manner using independent or automatic brakes.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment

• Other duties as assigned.

B. Helper

• Operation of hand or ground throw switches, derails, gates, etc.

• Control movement of equipment by radio, hands, and lantern.

• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.

• Handling air hoses, wheel chocks, coupling and uncoupling of rail cars.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

High School diploma (or equivalent)

Military experience helpful

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be extremely dependable and punctual in attendance; must have reliable transportation to work every day.

Good communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.

Ability to assess multiple tasks and develop a plan to complete them in a timely manner.

Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.

C. Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

D. Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages.

E. Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

F. Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This incumbent regularly works in an outdoor environment, in various weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Flippo Construction Company, Inc. is looking for Pipelayer Helpers to join our fast-paced, hands-on, employee-owned construction company. The pipelayer applicants should have experience working on underground, wet and/or dry utilities.

Primary responsbility of a Pipelayer helper is to assist in each phase of installation of all types of underground pipe, conduit, and cable. The applicants must be self-motivated, dependable, and have reliable transportation as this position services Maryland, DC, and Virginia Metropolitan area. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, possess a valid U.S. driver's license and be able to take/pass a new hire drug screen.

For a complete listing of open positions and to apply, please visit www.flippo.com or call 301-967-6801 with questions.

Flippo Construction Company, Inc. (FCCI) is an "EMPLOYEE OWNED" general and heavy construction business operating primarily in the Washington DC and Northern Virginia areas. Flippo's Operational services consists of Heavy Construction, including Bridges, Concrete Structures, Roadway and Site Work. We also provide utility installation, repairs, and long-term service/maintenance contracts for the major utility providers in the Washington Metropolitan area.

Flippo offers competitive wages and benefits including health insurance, 401k, vacation, holiday, and company stock.

Job Overview:

Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintains piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and production and processing systems.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.

• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.

• Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.

• Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.

• Threads pipe using threading machine.

• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.

• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.

• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.

• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.

• Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping.

• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.

• Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.

• May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair.

• Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.

• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.

• Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.

• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.

• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.

• Perform other duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• 0-6 months of documented field experience in chosen craft discipline.

• May require a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Able to perform some support tasks with close supervision/direction and support.

• Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation.

• The degree of job responsibilities and requirements may vary depending on months of experience.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.

• Can make decisions based on measurable criteria.

• Able to apply shop mathematics to solve problems.

• Ability to plan work and select proper tools.

• Able to visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.

• Can work at heights without fear.

• Ability to compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

• Have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

• Able to work under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

• Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation.

Other Details:

If applicable to project, etc.

Physical Requirements:

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)

Standing

F

Walking

O

Sitting

O

Pushing
50 ft-lb

Pulling
50 ft-lb

Climbing

F

Balancing

F

Bending

Stooping

O

Kneeling

O

Crouching

O

Crawling

O

Reaching

C

Handling

C

Fingering

F

Feeling

Vision

Hearing

Lifting (lbs)

Carrying (lbs)
0-10
0-10
10-25
10-25
25-50
50 lb
25-50
50 lb