Operator, Transload - Industrial Rail

Savage; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

PTO & Holidays

401(k) with company match

Uniforms & PPE provided

Job summary

Savage is hiring for a Rail Operations position in Lima, OH. You will support refinery and rail activities, loading and unloading petroleum products, operating pumps and valves, and assisting with transfers between railcars and storage tanks.

Please be prepared for outdoor, physically demanding work on a rotating schedule with strong safety discipline and team collaboration. A valid driver’s license is required and prior experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of industrial, rail, terminal, refinery, manufacturing, warehouse, or related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to working safely in an industrial environment.
• Basic computer skills for electronic reporting and documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload railcars safely and in accordance with refinery and customer requirements.
• Operate pumps, valves, loading arms, hoses, and related transloading equipment.
• Assist with material transfers between railcars, storage tanks, and refinery systems.
• Perform pre-use inspections of equipment and work areas for readiness.
• Complete daily operating reports, inspection records, and shipping documents.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Pumps/Valves operation

Job description

Grow Your Career with Savage!

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a

Grow Your Career with Savage!

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

The Basics

Location: Lima, Oh

Days/Hours: 12hour shift 5AM - 5PM

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Parental Leave and Military/Uniformed Services Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) with company match
• Company provided Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• A culture that appreciates Team Members

What You’ll Be Doing

• Railcar Loading & Unloading: Safely load and unload petroleum products and other bulk commodities from railcars in accordance with refinery and customer requirements.
• Equipment Operations: Operate pumps, valves, loading arms, hoses, and related transloading equipment while following established procedures.
• Product Transfers: Assist with the movement and transfer of materials between railcars, storage tanks, and refinery systems.
• Inspection Activities: Perform pre-use inspections of equipment, railcars, and work areas to ensure operational readiness.
• Documentation: Complete daily operating reports, inspection records, shipping documents, and electronic data entries accurately.
• Housekeeping: Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout the facility.

Daily Refinery & Rail Operations

• Safety Compliance: Follow all refinery safety protocols, permit requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space requirements, and emergency response procedures.
• Operational Monitoring: Monitor product flows, tank levels, pressures, and transfer operations to ensure safe and efficient product movement.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Communicate effectively with refinery operators, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and railroad crews to support daily operations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Perform work in compliance with OSHA, FRA, DOT, EPA, HAZMAT, and site‑specific refinery requirements.
• Emergency Response: Respond appropriately to alarms, spills, leaks, releases, and emergency situations in accordance with established procedures.
• Equipment Care: Report equipment issues promptly and assist maintenance personnel as needed to support reliable operations.

Requirements To Be Successful

• Experience: One year of industrial, rail, terminal, refinery, manufacturing, warehouse, or related experience preferred.
• Safety Focus: Demonstrated commitment to working safely in an industrial environment.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills for electronic reporting, training, and operational documentation.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Work Ethic: Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Driver's License: Valid driver's license required.
• Physical Ability: Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks safely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Rail Experience: Experience working around rail equipment, railcars, or transloading operations.
• Refinery Experience: Experience in refinery, terminal, chemical, petroleum, or heavy industrial operations.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Basic troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
• Equipment Experience: Experience operating forklifts, mobile equipment, pumps, or transfer systems.
• Safety Training: Knowledge of refinery safety practices, HAZMAT awareness, and industrial work permits.

Some Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Industrial Environment: Work in active rail and refinery operating areas.
• Outdoor Work: Exposure to varying weather conditions, heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Physical Activity: Frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, and lifting up‑to 50 pounds.
• PPE Requirements: Must wear required personal protective equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel‑toe boots, FR clothing, and other site‑specific PPE.
• Exposure Risks: Potential exposure to noise, moving equipment, petroleum products, vapors, dust, and industrial process environments.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work rotating schedules, weekends, holidays, overtime, and respond to operational needs as required.

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Additional Information

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace
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• Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/