Railyard Technician

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.SummaryCHS has an exciting opportunity at our facility located in Mankato, MN. We are looking for a Railcar/Railyard Technician to ensure proper movement hopper and tanker cars. Looking for someone who is self-motivated, has the desire to learn, and works well with others. Must be able to work a 12-hour shifts.ResponsibilitiesMaintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with procedures, policies, rules and regulations.Assist in training new employees.Operate equipment for switching railcars. This includes operating a track mobile, switching engine, plow truck and front-end loader.Conduct railcar inspections to confirm proper sealing and validate seal data.Perform basic preventative maintenance and assist maintenance techs as needed.Follow all plant and food safety rules and procedures.Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Minimum Qualifications (required) 2+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations Additional QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED preferredPre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.Physical RequirementsAbility to work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequentlyAbility to work in noisy ,dusty, and all weather conditionsCHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan. CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability. Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@; to verify that the communication is from CHS.By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by StaffAttract to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs.See CHS Inc Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at

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