Terminal Operator

ConGlobal; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Excellent benefits

Long-term advancement opportunities

Job summary

ConGlobal is hiring a Terminal Operator in Austell, GA. You will unload, load, and reposition intermodal containers using a top-lift or side loader, helping minimize driver wait times and keeping the yard running smoothly.

Open availability, safety-first mindset, and a valid driver’s license are required. This full-time role offers paid training, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating top-lift, side loader, or similar heavy equipment.
• Strong attention to safety and situational awareness.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good communication skills and a teamwork-oriented attitude.
• Ability to always follow safety requirements and practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Valid driver's license
• Must pass a pre-employment background verification and drug screening.
• Federal Rail Administration safety regulations may apply and drug screening may be required.
• Open availability

Responsibilities

• Operate top-lift and/or side-loader equipment to move containers within the yard.
• Load and unload intermodal containers from and onto chassis.
• Stack and unstack containers and chassis according to the established yard plan.
• Coordinate with gate personnel to assist drivers dropping off or picking up equipment.
• Support the maintenance team by moving equipment for repairs or inspections.
• Perform routine safety checks and report any equipment issues or safety concerns.
• Follow all site safety protocols and keep the yard clean and organized.

Skills

Top-lift operation

Side loader operation

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Communication

Lifting 50lbs

Driver's license

Background check

Open availability

Job description

ConGlobal is the go-to expert for multimodal, industrial terminal operations. ConGlobal has been firmly planted in the intermodal industry for more than half a century. From the time Malcom McLean brought the shipping container to the world, we’ve kept our finger on the pulse of the industry and the needs of our customers. The result is an ever-growing list of services that meet ever-evolving needs.

We are passionate about innovation and continue to lead the industry in developing and deploying products that enhance our operations, unlock new markets, and disrupt the status quo. We offer multi-modal expertise with operations across the U.S., Mexico, and Costa Rica and the largest depot terminal network in North America. We have industrial operations insights and specialized technology. We bring these assets together to unlock value, increase operational efficiency, and drive down costs.

Launch Your Career with ConGlobal

ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key role in our global supply chain operations. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or gain new skills, this role offers paid training, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term advancement opportunities.

Location: 6000 Dr. Luke Glenn Garrett, Jr. Memorial Hwy, Austell, GA 30106

Starting Pay: $18.49/hour

Status: Full-Time | Immediate Hire

Schedule: Open availability required, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays.

IMPORTANT: A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

Applications without a valid driver’s license will not be considered.

About The Role

As a Terminal Operator, you'll be responsible for safely and efficiently unloading, loading, and repositioning intermodal containers within our depot yard. Using a top-lift or side loader, you'll help minimize driver wait times and keep yard operations running smoothly. This position plays a key role in ensuring proper container and chassis placement, supporting both gate operations and equipment repair teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate top-lift and/or side-loader equipment to move containers within the yard.
• Load and unload intermodal containers from and onto chassis.
• Stack and unstack containers and chassis according to the established yard plan.
• Coordinate with gate personnel to assist drivers dropping off or picking up equipment.
• Support the maintenance team by moving equipment for repairs or inspections.
• Perform routine safety checks and report any equipment issues or safety concerns.
• Follow all site safety protocols and contribute to a clean, organized yard environment.

Required Qualifications

• Experience operating top-lift, side loader, or similar heavy equipment.
• Strong attention to safety and situational awareness.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good communication skills and a teamwork-oriented attitude.
• Ability to always follow safety requirements and practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Valid driver's license
• Must pass a pre-employment background verification and drug screening
• The Federal Rail Administration sets and enforces safety regulations and standards for railroad operations. If applicable for the position you are applying to, and if you are offered the position, you will have to take and pass a drug screen.
• Open availability

ConGlobal is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any protected characteristic as defined by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

At ConGlobal, base pay for any candidate who successfully completes the selection process is determined by several factors, including but not limited to: location, business needs, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to fair and competitive compensation practices and tailor our total rewards package to each individual’s background and the specific requirements of the role. This package may include a combination of base pay, incentive or bonus opportunities, and a full range of benefits such as medical, financial, and other wellness offerings - depending on the position and employment status.