Railcar Loading Operator

Road & Rail Services; Mulberry (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Company-provided PPE

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Hands-on job training

Career advancement opportunities

Veteran-friendly workplace

Promote-from-within culture

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking Railcar Loaders for our fertilizer terminal in Mulberry and Bone Valley, Florida. This full-time role offers a rotating swing schedule (days & nights) and on-site outdoor work near rail equipment.

No prior railroad experience is required as hands-on training is provided. Responsibilities include monitoring fertilizer transfers into railcars, ensuring correct loading, and performing quality checks.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working outdoors year-round.
• Able to climb ladders and access loading platforms.
• Willing to learn new equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the transfer of bulk fertilizer products into railcars.
• Observe material flow to ensure proper loading.
• Confirm correct product is loaded into the railcar.
• Monitor load quantities and help prevent incorrect or incomplete loads.
• Perform product and quality checks to prevent contamination.
• Use remote-controlled equipment to assist with railcar positioning.
• Communicate with team members during loading operations.
• Complete required loading, inspection, and production documentation.

Skills

Outdoor work

Elevated heights

Fall protection

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Rotating Swing Shift – Days & Nights

Location: Mulberry / Bone Valley, FL

Position: Railcar Loader – Fertilizer Terminal

Employer: Road & Rail Services

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Road & Rail Services is hiring Railcar Loaders to support our fertilizer terminal operations in the Mulberry and Bone Valley, Florida area.

Previous railroad experience is not required.

We provide hands-on training for dependable candidates who are comfortable working outdoors, around industrial equipment, and at elevated heights.

Candidates with experience in general labor, manufacturing, agriculture, construction, mining, warehouse operations, heavy equipment, material handling, or other industrial environments are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Monitor the transfer of bulk fertilizer products into railcars
• Observe material flow to ensure product is loading properly
• Confirm the correct product is being loaded into the assigned railcar
• Monitor load quantities and help prevent incorrect or incomplete loads
• Perform product and quality checks to help prevent contamination
• Use remote-controlled equipment to assist with railcar positioning during loading operations
• Communicate with team members while railcars are being moved and positioned
• Access elevated platforms located above railcars to monitor loading activities
• Climb ladders and use required fall-protection equipment
• Inspect loading areas for potential hazards or equipment concerns
• Report product, equipment, or safety issues immediately
• Complete required loading, inspection, and production documentation
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Participate in required safety meetings and job-specific training
• Follow company, customer, and site-specific operating procedures
• Assist with general labor and other terminal duties as needed

Schedule Requirements

This operation runs on a rotating swing schedule, so applicants must be available for both day and night shifts. This position may also require schedule flexibility based on production and customer needs. Reliable attendance is essential to keeping the loading operation running safely and efficiently.

What We're Looking For

• Comfortable working outdoors throughout the year
• Able to work in Florida heat, humidity, rain, and changing weather conditions
• Comfortable working at elevated heights above railcars
• Able to safely climb ladders and access loading platforms
• Willing to work around railroad equipment, moving railcars, industrial machinery, and bulk fertilizer products
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods
• Physically capable of bending, climbing, reaching, and performing active work throughout the shift
• Able to understand and follow detailed safety and operating instructions
• Dependable with consistent attendance
• Detail-oriented when monitoring product type, quality, and loading accuracy
• Willing to learn new equipment and operating procedures
• Previous industrial or railroad experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right candidate

Benefits & Career Opportunities

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) With Company Match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Company-provided PPE
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance
• Hands-on job training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Veteran-friendly workplace
• A strong promote-from-within culture

Build Your Career With Road & Rail Services

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail, automotive, terminal, and industrial support services throughout North America. Our employees play an important role in helping customers safely and efficiently move essential products.

Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.