Operator, Transload - Industrial Rail

Savage•Lima, OH

3d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator, Transload works in active rail and refinery operating areas, safely loading and unloading petroleum products and other bulk commodities from railcars and supporting transfers between railcars, storage tanks, and refinery systems. The role operates pumps, valves, loading arms, hoses, and related transloading equipment while following established procedures and customer and refinery requirements. The operator performs equipment, railcar, and work-area inspections; monitors product flows, tank levels, pressures, and transfers; completes operating reports, inspection records, shipping documents, and electronic data entries; and keeps work areas clean and organized. The role coordinates with refinery operators, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and railroad crews, reports equipment issues, and responds to alarms, spills, leaks, releases, and emergencies according to established procedures. Work must comply with refinery safety protocols and applicable OSHA, FRA, DOT, EPA, HAZMAT, and site-specific requirements. The position involves outdoor work in varying weather, physical activity, required PPE, and potential exposure to noise, moving equipment, petroleum products, vapors, dust, and industrial processes. The listed schedule is a 12-hour shift from 5 AM to 5 PM; flexibility to work rotating schedules, weekends, holidays, and overtime is required as operational needs dictate.

Requirements

One year of industrial, rail, terminal, refinery, manufacturing, warehouse, or related experience is preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to working safely in an industrial environment.
Basic computer skills for electronic reporting, training, and operational documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work outdoors and safely perform physically demanding tasks.
Ability to work rotating schedules, weekends, holidays, and overtime, and respond to operational needs as required.
Ability to walk and stand frequently; climb stairs and ladders; bend and kneel; and lift up to 50 pounds.
Must wear required PPE, including a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, FR clothing, and other site-specific PPE.

Nice To Haves

Experience working around rail equipment, railcars, or transloading operations.
Experience in refinery, terminal, chemical, petroleum, or heavy industrial operations.
Basic troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
Experience operating forklifts, mobile equipment, pumps, or transfer systems.
Knowledge of refinery safety practices, HAZMAT awareness, and industrial work permits.

Responsibilities

Safely load and unload petroleum products and other bulk commodities from railcars in accordance with refinery and customer requirements.
Operate pumps, valves, loading arms, hoses, and related transloading equipment using established procedures.
Assist with moving and transferring materials between railcars, storage tanks, and refinery systems.
Perform pre-use inspections of equipment, railcars, and work areas.
Complete daily operating reports, inspection records, shipping documents, and electronic data entries accurately.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
Follow refinery safety protocols, permit requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, confined-space requirements, and emergency-response procedures.
Monitor product flows, tank levels, pressures, and transfer operations.
Coordinate with refinery operators, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and railroad crews.
Perform work in compliance with OSHA, FRA, DOT, EPA, HAZMAT, and site-specific refinery requirements.
Respond to alarms, spills, leaks, releases, and emergencies according to established procedures.
Promptly report equipment issues and assist maintenance personnel as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid parental leave and military/uniformed services leave.
Paid time off and holidays.
Profit sharing.
401(k) with company match.
Company-provided uniforms and PPE, including laundering.
Annual steel-toe boot allowance.
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance may be included in the benefits package.
Supplemental coverage options may be included in the benefits package.
Health savings and flexible spending accounts may be included in the benefits package.