Rail Crew Operator Trainee

Odfjell USA Houston Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

OTH is seeking a Rail Crew Operator Trainee in Houston, TX for a full-time, manual labor role. Responsibilities include transferring rail cars, weighing outbound cars, and assisting with inbound car placement on a four-day on/four-day off schedule.

Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent, physical stamina, safety knowledge, and willingness to learn. Able to work outdoors in all weather with required safety gear and respirator use when handling chemicals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Physical ability to perform strenuous labor.
• Ability to learn practical knowledge of products and procedures.
• Basic mathematical ability and safety rule observance.
• Willingness to continue learning and improve.

Responsibilities

• Transfer rail cars as directed to support loading/unloading operations.
• Weigh outbound railcars and ensure accurate measurements.
• Respot and position cars as instructed.
• Weigh cars inbound and direct placement per instructions.
• Operate switch engines after required certification and follow safety rules.

Skills

Physical ability

Math skills

Safety procedures

Learning ability

Supervision tolerance

Hazard awareness

Emergency training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Rail Crew Operator Trainee

OTH Operations Full Time Manual Labor Houston, TX, US

Salary Range: $22.65 To $22.65 Hourly

COMPANY: OTH

JOB LOCATION: OTH (TERMINAL)

DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non Exempt

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs service work relating to transferring rail cars from one position to another so that operations personnel can load or unload products to and from the cars. This is a fully-qualified position which works with general supervision, within established procedures. This position works a four day on and four day off schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Receive copy of yard check with morning instructions.
• Weigh outbound railcars.
• Respot any cars that are left.
• Receive inbounds, get list with instructions on where to put cars.
• Weigh cars in and spot terminal.
• Certified on Switch Engine Operation.
• Follow company policies and comply with company regulations. Cooperate and support colleagues.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• In case of absence, the employee’s supervisor will assume and/or assign responsibility for this position’s duties.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Physical ability to perform strenuous labor
• Intellectual ability to learn and apply a practical knowledge of chemical products and detailed procedures
• Basic mathematical ability & observation of safety rules
• Recognition of the need for continued learning
• Ability to accept close supervision and understand the limitations imposed to maintain an adequate margin against error
• Knowledgeable of safety precaution and special handling requirements of each product
• Trained in safety and emergency procedures

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Close proximity to hazardous petrochemicals
• Performs physical labor
• Work outside in all weather conditions with protective gear:(rubber boots and slicker) and safety equipment (facial hair restricted because of required use of respirator) when handling chemicals
• Potential for exposure to hazards is present
• Carry/handle heavy objects - hoses, nozzles, etc.
• Lifting 20 lbs. – 50 lbs. on regular basis
• Bending/stooping on regular basis
• Walking/standing for long periods of time

WORKING CONDITIONS

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT UTILIZED

• Personal safety equipment
• Hand tools
• Fixed cranes
• Switch engines/Rail car movers
• Fire fighting equipment (as training allows)