accommodate cargo in freight transport vehicle
Properly position, cushion, restrain and balance cargo.
Rail intermodal equipment operators assist in the loading of trailers and containers on and off railcars and chassis. They manoeuvre tractor-trailer combinations around tight corners and in and out of parking spaces. They use an on-board computer peripheral to communicate with yard management computer system and to identify railcars.
Competences and skills
23 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
9 competencesanalyse relation between supply chain improvement and profit
Interpret how the supply chain improvements will impact company profits. Intensify the improvement in those processes that will streamline the supply chain most effectively while generating most profit.
analyse supply chain trends
Analyse and make predictions about trends and evolutions in supply chain operations in relation to technology, efficiency systems, types of products shipped, and logistical requirements for shipments, in order to remain at the forefront of supply chain methodologies.
apply techniques for stacking goods into containers
Apply techniques required to stack materials into containers. Use techniques to maximise the space in containers.
climb on railcars
Have the physical abilities to climb on and into railcars following adequate security procedures.
handle intermodal equipment
Handle intermodal equipment e.g. cranes, sideloaders, forklifts and hostler trucks.
operate on-board computer systems
Operate on-board computer systems in heavy trucks and vehicles; communicate with yard management computer system.
digital
shunt inbound loads
Shunt inbound freight loads to and from railcars for inbound and outbound trains. If requested, ensure train stability after freight has been loaded onto the railcars.
shunt outbound loads
Shunt outbound freight loads to and from inbound and outbound trains.
Cross-sector
8 competencesanalyse supply chain strategies
Examine an organisation's planning details of production, their expected output units, quality, quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements. Provide suggestions in order to improve products, service quality and reduce costs.
lift heavy weights
Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.
manoeuvre heavy trucks
Drive, manoeuvre and park tractors, trailers and lorries on roads, around tight corners, and in parking spaces.
mark differences in colours
Identify differences between colours, such as shades of colour.
operate cranes
Operate cranes to move, position, lift or place machinery, equipment or other large objects at various locations.
operate forklift
Operate a forklift, a vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.
perform services in a flexible manner
Adapt service approach when circumstances change.
work on uneven surfaces
Perform work on uneven surfaces; climb ladders and execute tasks on top of railcars.
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesperform manual work autonomously
Show the ability to pursue basic manual tasks without the help or assistance of others, not needing supervision or guidance, and taking responsibility for one's actions.
tolerate stress
Maintain a temperate mental state and effective performance under pressure or adverse circumstances.
Cross-sector
4 competencesfollow verbal instructions
Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
handle paperwork
Handle work-related paperwork ensuring that all relevant requirements are met.
meet deadlines
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
read maps
Read maps effectively.