Loader/Switching Technician

Colonial Group; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Group is hiring a full-time Loader – Rail Switching Technician in Martinez, CA. The role emphasizes safety, training, and teamwork as you inspect railcars, hook up loading arms, weigh cars, and complete required paperwork to ensure safe transfers.

You will plan railcar movements, may operate track equipment, and coordinate with rail teams, leadership, and customer contacts. The position requires fluency in English and adherence to PPE and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Fluent English required for reading, writing and communication.
• Willingness to wear PPE and comply with safety protocols.
• Background in safety procedures and physical screenings helpful.

Responsibilities

• Loader duties: inspect railcar, connect/disconnect loading hose, check for leaks and complete paperwork.
• Rail switching duties: plan railcar movements, operate track equipment if needed, coordinate with team and customers.

Skills

Fluent English

PPE compliance

Safety mindset

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