Loading Operator / Rail Switching Technician

Petroleum Service Corporation; Brooklyn (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with premium coverage

Life and disability insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Vacation and sick leave benefits

Industry-leading training programs

Job summary

A leading industrial chemical company in Brooklyn, West Virginia, is seeking a full-time Rail Loader - Switching Technician. This role involves cleaning railcars, operating equipment to move railcars, and communicating effectively with team members and customers. Candidates should be at least 18 years old, legally able to work in the U.S., and may need a valid Driver's License and/or TWIC card. On-the-job training is provided for those without prior experience. The company offers a stable career path and values employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus but not required, paid on-the-job training available.
• Must be 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Valid Driver's License and/or TWIC card may be required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and inspect railcars for mechanical soundness.
• Operate trackmobile or locomotive to move railcars safely.
• Communicate with team, leadership, and customers.

Skills

On-the-job training

Ability to follow procedures

Fluent English

Job description

Loader / Rail Switching Technician

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.

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

Work Schedule

8 - 12 Hour Day Shift (Some weekends required)

Why join the PSC team?

• Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
• We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
• The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy.
• Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do—how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family.

Employee Benefits

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.