Rail Yard Operator Trainee - Switch Engine

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

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.