Rail Transload Operator

Savage•Elko, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products. Operate trans-loading equipment including an air compressor, boiler system, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, and hand tools. Operate mobile equipment including golf carts, passenger vehicles, light and heavy utility vehicles. Participate in hazardous material handling and safety training programs, which may require brief and occasional travel. Assist with general maintenance, clean-up, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Rail switching and/or locomotive operating experience preferred
Equipment operating experience preferred
Follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
Pass a skills test on the type of work performed
Dependability in attendance required
Work Holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
Can travel to other sites as needed
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Valid Drivers license
Commitment to working safely at all times
Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
Climb on and off rail-cars and locomotives safely, operate at heights
Operate rail-car hand brakes & switches
In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)
Consistently sit, kneel, squat, bend, stand and climb on elevated surfaces
Work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
Lift 15 lbs. and work safely with this weight at knee, waist and shoulder level
Lift up to 70 lbs consistently throughout the course of a shift
Operate basic hand tools
Wear required PPE

Responsibilities

Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products
Operate trans-loading equipment including an air compressor, boiler system, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, and hand tools
Operate mobile equipment including golf carts, passenger vehicles, light and heavy utility vehicles
Participate in hazardous material handling and safety training programs, which may require brief and occasional travel
Assist with general maintenance, clean-up, and other duties as assigned