Petroleum Rail Terminal Operator — 12+Hr Shift

Waterfront Petroleum Terminal Company & NIMM; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Waterfront Petroleum Terminal Company NIMM is hiring a Rail Operator to oversee safe receipt, transfer, and distribution of petroleum products by rail. You will load/unload railcars, verify documentation, and coordinate with carriers to ensure accurate, compliant movements.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, TWIC eligibility, and a 12+ hour shift from 3:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with weekend flexibility as needed in a safety-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in rail, terminal, or petroleum operations preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a TWIC per TSA and US Coast Guard.
• Shift runs 3:00 AM – 5:00 PM on a single 12+ hour schedule.
• Weekends may be required to support operations.
• Schedule flexibility to meet terminal needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe receipt, transfer, and distribution of products via rail.
• Load and unload railcars, monitor levels, verify routing and docs.
• Complete required documentation and basic volume calculations.
• Coordinate with carriers and internal teams for timely movements.
• Inspect and assist with repairs of rail infrastructure and equipment.
• Maintain terminal grounds and equipment per standards.
• Follow safety policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Rail operations

Pumps

Meters

Loading systems

Petroleum handling

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Waterfront Petroleum Terminal Company NIMM is hiring a Rail Operator to oversee safe receipt, transfer, and distribution of petroleum products by rail. You will load/unload railcars, verify documentation, and coordinate with carriers to ensure accurate, compliant movements.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, TWIC eligibility, and a 12+ hour shift from 3:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with weekend flexibility as needed in a safety-sensitive environment.