Rail Crew Operator Trainee

Odfjell Terminals US; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Odfjell Terminals US is seeking personnel to perform service work transferring rail cars between positions to facilitate loading and unloading against established procedures. This full-time role operates on a four-day on/ four-day off schedule under general supervision.

The position requires weighing outbound and inbound railcars, respotting cars, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. Certification in switch engine operation is required and collaboration with colleagues is essential.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Safety awareness

Ability to learn procedures

Basic math

Willingness to follow supervision

Team collaboration

Hazard awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Switch engine operation certification

Job description

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)