Railcar Loading Operator
About The Position
Road & Rail Services is hiring Railcar Loaders to support our fertilizer terminal operations in the Mulberry and Bone Valley, Florida area. This is an active industrial position responsible for helping safely load bulk fertilizer products into railcars for transportation. You'll monitor product flow, verify loading accuracy, perform quality checks, and assist with positioning railcars throughout the loading process. Previous railroad experience is not required. We provide hands-on training for dependable candidates who are comfortable working outdoors, around industrial equipment, and at elevated heights. Candidates with experience in general labor, manufacturing, agriculture, construction, mining, warehouse operations, heavy equipment, material handling, or other industrial environments are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Comfortable working outdoors throughout the year
- Able to work in Florida heat, humidity, rain, and changing weather conditions
- Comfortable working at elevated heights above railcars
- Able to safely climb ladders and access loading platforms
- Willing to work around railroad equipment, moving railcars, industrial machinery, and bulk fertilizer products
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods
- Physically capable of bending, climbing, reaching, and performing active work throughout the shift
- Able to understand and follow detailed safety and operating instructions
- Dependable with consistent attendance
- Detail-oriented when monitoring product type, quality, and loading accuracy
- Willing to learn new equipment and operating procedures
Nice To Haves
- Previous industrial or railroad experience is helpful
Responsibilities
- Monitor the transfer of bulk fertilizer products into railcars
- Observe material flow to ensure product is loading properly
- Confirm the correct product is being loaded into the assigned railcar
- Monitor load quantities and help prevent incorrect or incomplete loads
- Perform product and quality checks to help prevent contamination
- Use remote-controlled equipment to assist with railcar positioning during loading operations
- Communicate with team members while railcars are being moved and positioned
- Access elevated platforms located above railcars to monitor loading activities
- Climb ladders and use required fall-protection equipment
- Inspect loading areas for potential hazards or equipment concerns
- Report product, equipment, or safety issues immediately
- Complete required loading, inspection, and production documentation
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Participate in required safety meetings and job-specific training
- Follow company, customer, and site-specific operating procedures
- Assist with general labor and other terminal duties as needed
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Company-provided PPE
- Annual steel-toe boot allowance
- Hands-on job training
- Career advancement opportunities
- Veteran-friendly workplace
- A strong promote-from-within culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
