Rail Terminal Transload Operator

Undisclosed; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Eco Solution is actively recruiting Rail Terminal Transload Operators to join our Pittsburgh-area team. In this critical role you will safely connect, monitor, and disconnect chemical transfer systems to move products between railcars, ISO containers, and tank trailers.

The job emphasizes flawless execution with zero contamination or spills and strict adherence to OSHA, EPA, FRA, and DOT rules. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant chemical handling or bulk logistics

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in chemical handling, rail yard, oil/gas or bulk logistics preferred.
• Ability to obtain TWIC card and complete HAZWOPER training.
• Grooming & screening: clean-shaven for respirator fit, pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check, and typically a valid driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Transfer materials: Safely load and unload bulk liquid or dry chemicals using hoses, pumps, valves and ancillary equipment.
• Position & secure equipment: Line up railcars, set handbrakes, and apply derails or chocks to prevent movement during operations.
• Set up safety protections: Place mandatory blue flags, track lockouts and other isolation devices prior to transfers.
• Monitor transfers: Record weights, volumes and temperature readings and control pump rates to prevent overfills.
• Sample products: Pull and document product samples in compliance with customer quality requirements.
• Inspect systems: Perform daily pre-operational checks on hoses, fittings, containment and transfer equipment.
• Report defects: Immediately document and elevate leaks, abnormalities or mechanical failures.
• Maintain cleanliness: Keep terminal areas, tracks and storage clean and free of hazards.
• Wear specialized PPE: Use respirators, Tyvek suits, gloves and fall protection as required.
• Follow regulations: Maintain 100% compliance with OSHA, EPA, FRA and DOT hazardous materials rules and company procedures.
• Respond to emergencies: Implement emergency protocols for spills, leaks or safety breaches.

Connaissances

Chemical handling

Rail yard operations

Safety compliance

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

TWIC card

HAZWOPER training

Description du poste

Eco Solution is actively recruiting Rail Terminal Transload Operators to join our Pittsburgh-area team. In this critical role you will be responsible for safely connecting, monitoring, and disconnecting chemical transfer systems to move hazardous and non-hazardous products between railcars, ISO containers, and tank trailers. Our priority is flawless execution: zero contamination, zero spills, and strict adherence to federal and company safety rules.

Operational Execution

• Transfer materials: Safely load and unload bulk liquid or dry chemicals using hoses, pumps, valves and ancillary equipment.
• Position & secure equipment: Line up railcars, set handbrakes, and apply derails or chocks to prevent movement during operations.
• Set up safety protections: Place mandatory blue flags, track lockouts and other isolation devices prior to transfers.
• Monitor transfers: Record weights, volumes and temperature readings and control pump rates to prevent overfills.
• Sample products: Pull and document product samples in compliance with customer quality requirements.

Equipment & Site Maintenance

• Inspect systems: Perform daily pre-operational checks on hoses, fittings, containment and transfer equipment.
• Report defects: Immediately document and elevate leaks, abnormalities or mechanical failures.
• Maintain cleanliness: Keep terminal areas, tracks and storage clean and free of hazards.

Safety & Compliance

• Wear specialized PPE: Use respirators, Tyvek suits, gloves and fall protection as required.
• Follow regulations: Maintain 100% compliance with OSHA, EPA, FRA and DOT hazardous materials rules and company procedures.
• Respond to emergencies: Implement emergency protocols for spills, leaks or safety breaches.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Previous chemical handling, rail yard, oil/gas or bulk logistics experience preferred.
• Certifications: Ability to obtain TWIC card and complete HAZWOPER training.
• Grooming & screening: Must be clean-shaven for respirator fit, pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check, and typically hold a valid drivers license.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Work is performed outdoors year-round in all weather. The role requires walking long distances on uneven ballast, climbing ladders up to 35 feet and lifting hoses up to 50 lbs. Shifts may include early starts, overtime and rotating weekend or night coverage based on train schedules.

Salary/Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour