Transload Operator

Cando Rail & Terminals • Shelby, MT

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Transload Operators are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car loading and unloading services to the customer. Working in a safety and environmentally sensitive, customer service driven environment, incumbents must work well in teams to maximize efficiency and safety and deliver to the customer’s schedule.

Requirements

• Strong teamwork skills
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to perform physical work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read and write general documentation including safety briefings, policy and procedure manuals
• Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from a railcar or ladder, ability to lift and twist hoses, ability to secure rail car brakes, comfort working from heights and utilizing fall protection, and ability to operate derails and switches.
• Must be physically fit and able to walk up to 2 miles per day and must be willing and able to carry/lift up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of technology and computer systems with a willingness to use Excel and Outlook on a daily basis
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work a schedule of M-F from 5:30am-1:30pm.
• HS diploma or GED.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous transloading experience is a plus.
• Experience working around hazardous materials.
• Previous experience with railcars.
• Experience handling dangerous goods and working with various types of products in an industrial environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensures for the safe operation of the transloading equipment including applying rules, special instructions, and transloading procedures
• Makes all connections for each product transfer
• Performing daily inspection and testing of equipment and safety devices
• Reports all safety and equipment problems
• Complies with all applicable operating rules, switching procedures and regulations imposed by government, the customer, and/or Cando; practicing and promoting safe work habits
• Completing daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary
• Provides support to the switching teams as required
• Actively participating with the team and providing excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
• Participates in training or company initiatives as required

Benefits

• Work Life Balance
• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
• Award Winning Safety Culture
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Health & Dental Benefits including voluntary options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED