Transfer Operator

Road & Rail Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a dependable Transfer Operator to join our Baltimore team. This is a hands-on outdoor role requiring physical effort and a focus on safety and teamwork.

The position offers a starting pay of $20.00 per hour, plus benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid holidays and vacation, boot allowance, and PPE. Training and advancement opportunities are provided in a safety-first environment.

Qualifications

• Willing to perform physical outdoor labor in various weather conditions.
• Able to follow detailed safety procedures and protocols.
• Able to work with pumps, hoses, valves, and industrial equipment.
• Comfortable climbing and working around railcars and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely transfer bulk materials between railcars and tank trucks using pumps, hoses, valves and other equipment.
• Connect and disconnect transfer hoses and equipment.
• Inspect equipment before and during transfers.
• Monitor transfers to prevent spills, leaks, and product loss.
• Follow company and environmental safety procedures.

Skills

Outdoor physical work

Safety procedures

Team player

Willing to learn

Dependable

Job description

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Day Shift

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Build a Stable Career with Road & Rail Services

Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Transfer Operator to join our Baltimore team. Since 1987, we have provided safe, reliable, and efficient rail-related services throughout North America.

This is a hands-on outdoor position for someone who takes pride in working safely, supporting their team, and completing physically demanding work. Experience in construction, landscaping, warehousing, manufacturing, heavy equipment, agriculture, or industrial labor can provide a strong foundation for this role.

You do not need previous rail industry experience. We are looking for someone who is willing to learn, follows directions, arrives ready to work, and wants the stability of a long-term career.

What You'll Do

As a Transfer Operator, you will safely transfer bulk materials between railcars and tank trucks using pumps, hoses, valves, and other industrial equipment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Connecting and disconnecting transfer hoses and equipment
• Operating pumps, valves, and related systems
• Inspecting equipment before and during product transfers
• Climbing railcars and working at elevated heights
• Wearing required personal protective equipment, including specialized protective gear when necessary
• Monitoring transfers to help prevent spills, leaks, and product loss
• Following company, customer, and environmental safety procedures
• Communicating clearly with supervisors and other team members
• Assisting with general site and equipment maintenance as needed

Every Transfer Operator plays an important role in protecting the team, the customer, the environment, and the products being handled.

What We're Looking For

A successful candidate will be:

• Comfortable performing physical work outdoors in changing weather conditions
• Able to climb, bend, stand, walk, and work around industrial equipment
• Willing to work at heights and wear required fall-protection equipment
• Dependable and able to report to work on time each day
• Safety-focused and able to follow detailed procedures
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Willing to learn new equipment, processes, and safety requirements
• Interested in stable, long-term employment

A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required for this position.

What We Offer

When you join Road & Rail Services as a Transfer Operator, you will receive:

• Starting pay of $20.00 per hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual steel-toed boot allowance
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Training and opportunities for advancement
• A team-oriented environment that values safety and accountability

Road & Rail Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.