Rail Crew Operator Trainee
Odfjell USA Houston Inc•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Rail Crew Operator Trainee performs service work transferring rail cars between positions so operations personnel can load or unload products. The position works with general supervision and within established procedures. The schedule is four days on and four days off. Duties include weighing rail cars, receiving and positioning inbound cars according to instructions, and respotting cars as needed. The employee must be certified in switch engine operation and follow company policies and regulations while cooperating with colleagues.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Physical ability to perform strenuous labor.
- Ability to learn and apply practical knowledge of chemical products and detailed procedures.
- Basic mathematical ability and ability to observe safety rules.
- Recognition of the need for continued learning.
- Ability to accept close supervision and understand limitations needed to maintain an adequate margin against error.
- Knowledge of safety precautions and special handling requirements for each product.
- Training in safety and emergency procedures.
Responsibilities
- Receive a copy of the yard check and morning instructions.
- Weigh outbound rail cars.
- Respot any cars that are left.
- Receive inbound cars and obtain instructions on where to position them.
- Weigh inbound cars and spot them at the terminal.
- Become certified in switch engine operation.
- Follow company policies and comply with company regulations.
- Cooperate with and support colleagues.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
