Rail Switching & Yard Tractor Operator

Didion; Cambria (WI); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Didion Inc. in Cambria, WI is seeking a Rail Switching & Yard Tractor Operator to power precision in food production. The night shift runs from 6pm to 6am on a full-time schedule, with hourly compensation of $25–$30 based on experience.

You will operate locomotives, yard trucks, and loadout systems, performing pre/post inspections and coordinating timely deliveries while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hands-on time with locomotives or yard trucks is a bonus.
• Experience in manufacturing or a food-safe setting preferred.
• Independent problem-solver with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Run and pre/post-inspect equipment to ensure safe performance.
• Execute truck and rail loadouts to hit delivery schedules.
• Perform conductor/grounds duties in the rail yard.
• Clean, maintain, and stage equipment for the next operation.
• Use digital tools to follow schedules and record maintenance actions.
• Uphold strict food safety and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Safety conscious

Team player

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rail Switching & Yard Tractor Operator Powering Precision in Food Production

Location: Cambria, WI | Schedule: Night Shift, 6pm–6am | Status: Full-Time

Compensation: $25–$30 per hour, based on experience

A night in the life

As Cambria’s daylight fades, you arrive at Didion ready to keep essential food ingredients moving. You climb into a locomotive cab to spot railcars, switch to a yard truck to reposition trailers, and coordinate precise loadouts that feed our customers’ timelines. Your focus: safety, quality, and flow—every minute from 6pm to 6am.

What you’ll operate

• Locomotives, yard trucks, and other heavy industrial equipment that drive our logistics.
• Railcars and trailers—handled with accuracy and care.
• Loadout systems for high-quality food products ready to ship.

Core responsibilities

• Run and pre/post-inspect equipment to ensure reliable, safe performance.
• Execute truck and rail loadouts to hit delivery schedules.
• Perform conductor/grounds duties in the rail yard.
• Clean, maintain, and stage equipment for the next operation.
• Use digital tools to follow schedules and record maintenance actions.
• Uphold strict food safety and workplace safety standards.

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED; technical training is a plus.
• Hands-on time with locomotives or yard trucks is a bonus.
• Experience in manufacturing or a food-safe setting preferred.
• Independent problem-solver with sound judgment.
• Team-first attitude, dependable, and strong work ethic.

Physical and environmental realities

• Comfort working around noise, dust, heat, and cold.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and climb stairs/ladders.
• Work at heights over 20 feet and in confined spaces when required.
• Clear communication via 2-way radio and strict adherence to safety protocols.

Why Didion

• Join a purpose-driven team committed to integrity, safety, and innovation.
• Operate state-of-the-art equipment in a supportive environment.
• Advance your skills with hands-on training and career development.
• Make a tangible impact on the quality and reliability of food products.

Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class.

Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.