Bulk Laborer - Houston, TX

Watco Transloading; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco Transloading in Houston, TX is seeking a Laborer for our Bulk operations. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule, 7:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M., and occasional overtime or weekend work. Location: 14035 Industrial Rd., Houston, TX 77015.

As a Laborer you will support terminal, vessel, and warehouse operations, perform material handling, loading/unloading, and basic maintenance, and ensure safety and efficiency in all tasks, following SOPs and company policies.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and dependable attendance required.
• Ability to perform outdoor tasks in varying weather.
• Adhere to company standards, procedures, safety rules.
• Read/write English; understand basic math; follow instructions.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• HAZMAT and TWIC credentials are required.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily terminal, vessel, and warehouse operations
• Communicates with superintendents, foremen, and management to determine staffing needs and prioritize workflow
• Operate and maintain equipment for safe transfer of materials between silos, railcars, barges, and vessels
• Supports communication between drivers, warehouse teams, and management using radio and digital systems
• Adheres to SOPs, PPE policies, and all safety and environmental regulations
• Perform maintenance, inspections, and additional operational duties as assigned to support terminal and vessel efficiency

Skills

Teamwork

Attendance

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

English literacy

Flexible scheduling

HAZMAT

TWIC

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Job Location: Greens Port Industrial Park - Houston, TX 77015

Office Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Hourly

Job Type: Full Time

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco .

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. occasional overtime and weekend work.
Location: 14035 Industrial Rd., Houston, TX 77015

A Laborer working with our Bulk department is responsible for performing a variety of manual and equipment-assisted tasks to support terminal, vessel, and warehouse operations. Including but not limited to, loading, unloading, material handling, and basic maintenance. Ensures all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company procedures and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports daily terminal, vessel, and warehouse operations
• Communicates with superintendents, foremen, and management to determine staffing needs and prioritize workflow
• Operate and maintain equipment for safe transfer of materials between silos, railcars, barges, and vessels
• Supports communication between drivers, warehouse teams, and management using radio and digital systems
• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), PPE policies, and all safety and environmental regulations
• Perform maintenance, inspections, and additional operational duties as assigned to support terminal and vessel efficiency

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Work effectively as part of a team, follow directions, and take on additional responsibilities as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance, dependability, and high performance standards
• Perform tasks outdoors in various weather conditions
• Follow all company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety principles
• Read, write, communicate in English, understand basic math, and apply instructions with good judgment
• 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
• HAZMAT
• TWIC

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent