Transload Operator
About The Position
Cando Rail & Terminals provides specialized rail operating services and terminal infrastructure for industrial shippers. Transload Operators provide safe and efficient railcar switching and transloading services. The role involves working outdoors and performing physical tasks in an industrial environment, with an emphasis on problem solving and a strong safety culture. Operators may travel to other transload terminals as needed to support operations. The position requires the ability to work around hazardous materials and heavy industrial equipment, follow safety and operational procedures, and complete required certifications, medical clearances, and drug/alcohol testing. The job description notes that its duties are not exhaustive and that work assignments may vary.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to safely work around hazardous materials and heavy industrial equipment.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, switching instructions, and operational documentation.
- Basic computer and data entry skills.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Physical capability to climb railcars, lift and handle hoses, apply handbrakes, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
- Must successfully complete required certifications, medical clearances, and drug/alcohol testing.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in rail operations, transloading, logistics, or industrial environments.
- Experience operating locomotives, railcars, or transload equipment.
- Experience handling dangerous goods and working with various types of products in an industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Safely perform railcar switching, spotting, coupling, and uncoupling operations.
- Operate switches, derails, handbrakes, air hoses, and related rail equipment.
- Load and unload bulk liquid and dry products from railcars using pumps, hoses, conveyors, and transfer systems.
- Operate and inspect railcar loading and transloading equipment.
- Conduct daily inspections of track mobiles, braking systems, and safety devices.
- Perform yard checks and maintain accurate inventory documentation.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment throughout the facility.
- Support preventative maintenance and minor repairs on transload and facility equipment.
- Enforce and promote safety policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Promptly communicate operational or safety concerns to supervisors.
- Assist with facility duties including site upkeep, painting, and general maintenance.
- Participate in ongoing operational and safety training initiatives.
- Travel to other transload terminals as needed to support operations.
Benefits
- Work-life balance.
- Technical and leadership training programs.
- Award-winning safety culture.
- Group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance.
- Health and dental benefits, including voluntary options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
