Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

Operate container lift and terminal tractor truck.  Remove, store and setup twist locks on containers, assist service maintenance mechanic with maintenance and/or repairs of intermodal/equipment at a rail ramp, and general facility maintenance.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Operate primary and/or secondary lift.

• Operate tractor truck within LDCTL terminal facility.

• Remove twist locks from containers on rail cars to allow container discharge, place twist locks on containers to support export train loading and ensure proper operation and storage of twist locks that remain on the Amarillo facility.

• Help the Service Maintenance Mechanic with equipment maintenance, clean-up and assist in the shop as needed under the direction of the Service Maintenance Mechanic.

• Notify management of need for repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions at facility.

• Perform all related responsibilities as required.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required

• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Must be fluent in English (Required).

• One (1) to three (3) years' experience operating top lift or similar equipment preferred but not required.

• Heavy equipment operational skills preferred but not required.

• Job requirements include standing, walking, sitting, use of hands to finger, to handle and feel objects, tools or controls.  Must be able to reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.  Also have the ability to speak and hear.

• Required to regularly lift/move up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities are required.  These include good close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision.  Good depth perception and the ability to focus are necessary.

Equipment Used

Container handler lift and terminal tractor truck.

Working Conditions

• Fast Work is performed in a typical intermodal facility with considerable amount of time spent outdoors.

Employee Supervision

Supervises no other employees.

Decision Making/Accountability

• Follow daily operating plan provided by the team leader.

• Perform daily inspection of equipment prior to operation.

• Report any malfunction and/or maintenance that the assigned equipment may need.

Additional Information for the job

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us