Cleveland-Cliffs
Cleveland-Cliffs is hiring: Ore Dock Laborer in Eagle Mills
Cleveland-Cliffs, Eagle Mills, MI, US
Cleveland-Cliffs, Lake Superior & Ishpeming Railroad has an immediate opening for an Ore Dock Laborer.
This position is a full‑time, seasonal position as determined by seniority due to the shipping season on the Great Lakes – shipping seasons typically run the mid/end of March through mid‑January.
Summary Of Responsibilities Ascend/descend approximately 100 stairs to perform duties on ore dock topside and at base of ore dock
Safely and efficiently unload iron ore pellets from freight cars and close freight car floor hatchways, manually and/or with mechanical machinery
Loosen iron ore pellets in rail cars, storage silos, and doorways with manual tools and motorized equipment
Clean pellet spillage alongside freight cars and at base of docks manually with hand tools and mechanical sweeper
Safely perform any other work of laborers as assigned by the supervisor
Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Practice safe work habits to prevent on‑job accidents and injuries; utilize all protective equipment as assigned/required
Understand and apply safety rules, identify safety risks, and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers and supervisors
Excellent reading, communication and computer data entry skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Ability to become and remain General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) qualified
Compliance with CFR Part 219 and Part 228 regulations for alcohol & drug use and covered services
Perform basic arithmetic operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide, convert fractions and decimals) to solve practical problems
Full, normal flexibility in all joints to perform work at/above shoulder level, ascending/descending ore dock stairway, ladders, freight cars, mechanical trapper unit, forward bending, squatting, twisting or any combination of these movements
Push/pull or lift, exerting up to 50 pounds of force
Perform continuous physical tasks for extended periods of time
Periodically use fall protection harnessing
Stand/walk on level and uneven ground
Regular exposure to extreme outside weather conditions, temperatures and elements with occasional exposure to fumes, noise, dust, dirt and vibrations at heights up to 80 feet
Safely and efficiently work at heights up to 80 feet
May be required to permanently fill other assignments or positions by appointment per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Work various shifts, overtime, holidays and weekends; 24/7 operations in all weather conditions
Pre‑employment background verification, physical and drug/alcohol screening
Available to work 365 days a year – days, nights, weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications Previous railroad and/or laborer/construction experience
Cleveland‑Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat‑rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.
Cleveland‑Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1(312) 899‑3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this e‑mail address. Application materials sent to this e‑mail address will not be considered.
Cleveland‑Cliffs Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.
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