Bulk Materials Transload Operator (Heavy Rail)

Lhoist Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Lhoist North America in Louisiana seeks a Slurry Plant Operator to safely transfer and process bulk materials, operate slurry systems and heavy equipment, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with all safety and operational procedures.

This hands‑on role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to work in demanding industrial environments and varying weather conditions, and a commitment to reliability, teamwork, and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year heavy rail transloading experience; 2+ years preferred.
• Able to read/write English; capable of operating basic equipment.
• Strong safety, reliability and teamwork mindset.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and policies per regulations.
• Maintain paperwork: safety pre-shift, PMs, daily/monthly reports.
• Safely transfer bulk materials between railcars, trucks and silos.
• Operate front-end loader and other equipment for cleanup.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Enforce lockout/tagout, blue flags and other safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Dependable

Safety oriented

Teamwork

Read and write English

Welding and cutting

Education

HS/GED diploma

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Forklifts

Front-end loader

Job description

Lhoist North America in Louisiana seeks a Slurry Plant Operator to safely transfer and process bulk materials, operate slurry systems and heavy equipment, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with all safety and operational procedures.

This hands‑on role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to work in demanding industrial environments and varying weather conditions, and a commitment to reliability, teamwork, and customer service.