Rail Terminal Operator

TEAM SERVICES, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (100% company paid)

Short-Term Disability (100% company)

Long-Term Disability (100% company)

Life Insurance (company provided)

Matching 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Team Services, LLC is seeking a Rail Terminal Operator to support industrial rail operations at customer terminals and facilities. You will work closely with facility personnel and supervision to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include unloading inbound freight, sorting by lane, scanning freight for tracking and billing, loading outbound trailers, and ensuring OSHA safety compliance. A strong emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and safety pervades daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must wear PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout shift.
• Frequent lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching in confined trailer spaces.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound freight from trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling; verify counts against inbound manifests.
• Sort freight by destination lane, delivery route, or outbound trailer assignment.
• Scan freight using handheld or conveyor-mounted scanners; ensure scan accuracy for tracking and billing.
• Load outbound trailers following load plans with proper weight distribution and bracing.
• Operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks per OSHA safety requirements.
• Document overages, shortages, and damaged freight; complete freight exception forms and notify supervisors.
• Maintain dock housekeeping; keep aisles clear and dispose of packaging materials.
• Participate in pre-shift safety briefings and follow PPE requirements and traffic procedures.
• Support physical inventory counts, trailer audits, and dock cycle counts.

Skills

Outdoor work safety

PPE compliance

Attention to detail

Stamina for walking/standing

Lifting/reaching in trailers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Handheld scanners

Job description

The Rail Terminal Operator will support industrial rail operations at customer terminals and facilities. The position work s closely with facility personnel and supervision to maintain safe, efficient operations.

• 100% company provided employee medical insurance
• 100% company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule:

• Coverage from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• Rotating schedule based on terminal workload and railcar activity
• Overtime opportunities may be available based on operational demand

Key Responsibilities:

• Unload inbound freight from trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling — verifying piece counts against inbound manifests
• Sort freight by destination lane, delivery route, or outbound trailer assignment according to sort instructions
• Scan all freight using handheld or conveyor-mounted scanners; ensure scan accuracy for freight tracking and billing
• Load outbound trailers following load plans: proper weight distribution, stacking procedures, and bracing for transit integrity
• Operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks in compliance with OSHA safety requirements
• Document overages, shortages, and damaged freight accurately; complete freight exception forms and notify supervisors
• Maintain dock housekeeping: clear aisles, stow equipment properly, and dispose of banding and packaging materials
• Participate in pre-shift safety briefings and follow all PPE requirements, speed limits, and pedestrian traffic procedures
• Support physical inventory counts, trailer audits, and dock cycle count processes as directed by supervisors

Requirements

Required Job Skills:

• Ability to work safely outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to wear PPE without restriction.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift
• Frequent lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching in confined trailer spaces

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and current auto insurance.
• TWIC card (or ability to obtain, depending on job site).
• Prior rail switching, terminal, or industrial experience a plus, but not required.
• Appropriate motor vehicle record with no more than three minor moving violations; no drug-or alcohol related offenses; and no serious/major moving violations.

Summary

Team Services, LLC started in 2007 as a shore tankerman provider to the inland marine transportation system along the Gulf Coast with a mission and vision to support the great companies that our founder had serviced for over 30 years. Team Services quickly expanded to provide facility services to docks and terminals. Our steady growth can be contributed to customer trust; quality of our employees; focus on safe work; high standards to always do it the right way; and our mission to deliver excellence with a commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement, and the vision to be recognized as the premier provider for the services that we provide.