Unloader / Railcar Switcher - Linden, NJ

Unloader / Railcar Switcher

Job Location: Linden, NJ Facility 1-7036 Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Hourly Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $23.00 per hour Schedule: 12 hr shifts, rotating days/nights

Job Summary: The Unloader is responsible for safely and efficiently operating equipment to inspect, prepare, and transfer products between railcars and facilities in all weather conditions. This role ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards while supporting team and customer goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate daily work plans and safety instructions to crew members; ensure all tasks are completed safely and efficiently
• Operate and maintain pumps, compressors, valves, engines, and related equipment in accordance with company and regulatory standards
• Inspect, seal, and prepare railcars and equipment for product transfer, including performing structural inspections
• Connecting and disconnecting 4-inch offloading hoses
• Monitor and document operations, inspections, and maintenance activities accurately
• Ensure compliance with all Watco safety, environmental, and "Customer First" principles
• Work safely in all weather conditions and adapt to various shifts as required
• Utilize hand tools to perform job duties safely and effectively
• Maintain work areas through general upkeep tasks such as snow and weed removal

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of safety procedures and ability to follow regulatory and company standards
• Knowledge of densitometers, mechanical equipment, hydraulic systems, and basic hand toolsincluding wrenches, screwdrivers, sockets, and measuring instrumentsis preferred but not required
• Physical fitness and agility to work in all weather conditions, climb on/under railcars, and handle tools and equipment
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including day and night shifts, with availability for overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate tasks and convey instructions clearly
• Ability to pass training and required testing
• Valid Driver's License, preferred