Transloading Operator

Operator

The Operator safely performs facility operations, including loading/unloading bulk liquid and dry products, equipment operation, and railcar cleaning and inspection. This role is cross-trained in railcar cleaning and the safe operation, care, and maintenance of related equipment while maintaining Tactical Cleaning's safety, quality, and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.
• Load and unload bulk liquid and dry materials between trucks, railcars, and storage.
• Operate transloaders, pumps, steam units, power washers, compressors, engines, valves, and related equipment.
• Clean and inspect railcars to customer, FRA, AAR, and company standards.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning, maintenance, and inspections.
• Complete required checklists, permits, QA/QC documentation, photos, and reports.
• Properly handle and dispose of materials in accordance with EPA requirements.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and management.
• Follow production schedules, safety procedures, and attendance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment, railroad tracks, and railcars.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, work at heights/confined spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs. overhead regularly.
• Willingness to wear required PPE, including respirators and protective clothing.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to complete required safety and OSHA training, including HAZWOPER and confined-space training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass required physical, drug/alcohol screening, respiratory wellness, and respirator fit testing.
• Ability to work overtime and travel approximately 30%, including occasional overnight stays.
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Six months of transloading, freight/tank car, heavy equipment, construction, cleaning, or repair experience preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered.

A job description does not list the entire job duties a supervisor or manager may occasionally ask an employee to perform. An employee's evaluation is based, in part, upon their performance of tasks listed and other duties that may be assigned. Management reserves the right to revise the job description from time to time. This job description is not a contract of employment and either the employee or the employer may terminate the job at any time for any reason.