Loader / Railroad Switching Technician

Colonial Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Group is hiring a full-time Rail Loader – Switching Technician. This role offers a stable, long-term career in the industrial chemical industry with a company that prioritizes safety, training, and teamwork. Join the PSC family today and contribute to reliable loading, rail switching, and teamwork on site.

Candidates will perform loader duties, inspect equipment, and coordinate railcar movements. On-the-job training is available, with safety and compliance at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required; on-the-job training is available.
• May require a valid Driver’s License and/or a valid TWIC card depending on location.
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Speak, read, write fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Loader duties: inspect railcar before transfer, connect/disconnect loading arm hose, inspect for leaks, weigh railcars, complete paperwork.
• Rail switching duties: plan railcar spotting, move railcars with trackmobile/locomotive, coordinate with rail team and customers.
• Other duties as assigned to complete the job.

Skills

English fluency

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Driver’s License

Job description

Loader / Rail Switching Technician

Looking to join a company that values safety, training, and teamwork? PSC Group is hiring a full-time Rail Loader – Switching Technician. This is your opportunity to build a stable, long-term career in the industrial chemical industry with a company that puts its employees first. Join the PSC family today!

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Loader
• Cleans and visually inspects the railcar before transfer to ensure that it is mechanically sound
• Connects or disconnects loading arm hose for transfer of product
• Inspects for any leaks, weighs railcars and completes required paperwork

Rail Switching
• Examines track list to plan railcars to be spotted, separated, loaded, and/or built for shipment
• May operate trackmobile or locomotive to safely move railcars in the plant
• Communicates with rail team members, leadership, and customer contacts

• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

Job Qualifications:
• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver’s License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus