Rail Yard Operator, Reno/Lear

IRG Realty Advisors•Reno, NV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Nevada Transload is a leading provider of transloading and logistics services, supporting rail-served operations throughout Northern Nevada. Our Reno Lear location specializes in connecting rail and truck transportation to provide safe, efficient, and reliable supply chain solutions for our customers. We support a diverse range of industries and commodities through hands-on operations built around safety, precision, and dependable service. At the heart of our company is a team-driven culture. We value hard work, accountability, and innovation — and we take pride in doing things the right way. As our operations continue to grow, we are committed to investing in our people by providing the training, tools, and opportunities they need to succeed and advance in their careers. The Rail Yard Operator supports daily transloading and rail-yard operations at the Reno Lear facility. This hands-on role transfers materials between railcars and trucks, operates yard and material-handling equipment, assists with railcar movement and securement, and helps maintain a safe, organized worksite. Success in this position requires reliability, attention to detail, sound safety judgment, and effective teamwork in an active industrial environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
Ability to follow detailed safety procedures, instructions, and equipment operating requirements.
Strong teamwork, communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating forklifts, material movers, yard equipment, or similar machinery is preferred but not required.
Prior OSHA, FRA, rail, transloading, warehouse, or industrial experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Unload and transfer materials from railcars using approved equipment and procedures.
Inspect, secure, and prepare railcars for movement in accordance with company procedures and applicable requirements.
Safely operate yard trucks, railcar movers, forklifts, and other material-handling tools for which you are trained and authorized.
Complete required pre- and post-shift equipment inspections; perform routine operator-level maintenance and promptly report defects or safety concerns.
Coordinate with drivers, dispatch, coworkers, and office staff to maintain safe and efficient yard flow.
Maintain situational awareness and follow all safety rules when working around railcars, vehicles, heavy equipment, and active tracks.
Wear required personal protective equipment and participate in safety meetings, training, and incident reviews.
Maintain work areas through track and yard cleanup, debris removal, de-icing, and snow removal as conditions require.
Document shift activity, communicate key updates, and support orderly shift transitions.
Assist with other facility and rail-yard duties and help train new team members when assigned.