Transfer Operator - Day Shift

Road & Rail Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Annual boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Job-specific training

Opportunities for advancement

Promote-from-within culture

Veteran-friendly workplace

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Indianapolis, IN is hiring a Transfer Operator for the day shift. The role transfers hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products between railcars and tank trucks using pumps and hoses, with a strong emphasis on safety and following procedures.

This full-time position requires outdoor work, lifting up to 60 pounds, and willingness to work every other weekend. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and boots allowance.

Qualifications

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Ability to lift and handle up to 60 pounds.
• Willingness to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, and changing weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Willingness to work directly with hazardous and non-hazardous bulk materials.

Responsibilities

• Transfer hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products between railcars and tank trucks using pumps, hoses, valves, fittings, and related transfer equipment.
• Inspect railcars, tank trucks, hoses, valves, pumps and fittings before use.
• Follow established procedures for the specific material being transferred.
• Monitor pumps, hoses, valves, connections, railcars, and tank trucks during transfers.

Skills

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Hazardous materials awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Transfer Operator – Day Shift

Road & Rail Services
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift | Every Other Weekend
Work Environment: Outdoor Industrial / Rail Transloading

Work With Bulk Products in a Safety-Focused Rail Operation

Road & Rail Services is hiring a dependable Transfer Operator for our Indianapolis operation. This position is responsible for safely transferring hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products between railcars and tank trucks using pumps, hoses, valves, fittings, and related transfer equipment.

Because some of the products handled at this facility are classified as hazardous materials, employees must be comfortable working in a highly regulated environment where following established procedures exactly is essential.

Transfer Operators receive applicable training and are expected to follow all company, customer, environmental, and regulatory requirements for the products they are authorized to handle.

Hazardous-Material Responsibilities

This position involves working around and transferring hazardous materials as part of normal job duties. Depending on the product and assigned transfer, responsibilities may include:

Connect and disconnect hoses, fittings, valves, and transfer equipment used with hazardous and non-hazardous products

Verify equipment, connections, and transfer setups before product movement begins

Follow established procedures for the specific material being transferred

Monitor pumps, hoses, valves, connections, railcars, and tank trucks throughout the transfer process

Heat, sparge, or sample products when required by established procedures

Follow applicable product-handling instructions and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information

Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on the product and task being performed

Wear specialized chemical-resistant or hazardous-material PPE when required

Maintain awareness of potential leaks, spills, pressure issues, equipment malfunctions, and other unsafe conditions

Immediately stop work and report abnormal or unsafe conditions in accordance with established procedures

Follow site procedures for spill prevention, containment, reporting, and emergency situations

Complete required transfer and product documentation accurately

Maintain clean transfer areas and help prevent product contamination or unintended releases

Follow all applicable company, customer, environmental, and regulatory safety requirements

Employees are not expected to perform hazardous-material tasks for which they have not been trained or authorized.

Additional Responsibilities

Transfer Operators will also:

Inspect railcars, tank trucks, hoses, valves, pumps, and fittings before use

Safely climb railcar ladders and access elevated work areas

Prepare equipment for incoming and outgoing transfers

Assist with routine yard, equipment, and facility maintenance

Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition

Keep work areas clean and organized

Communicate transfer status and operational concerns to supervision

Follow railroad and facility procedures while working around tracks, railcars, trucks, and moving equipment

What We're Looking For

Qualified candidates should have:

Valid state-issued driver's license

Ability to lift and handle up to 60 pounds

Ability to climb ladders and safely work at elevated heights

Ability to perform physical work throughout the shift

Willingness to work directly with hazardous and non-hazardous bulk materials

Ability and willingness to wear required PPE, including specialized protective equipment when necessary

Ability to understand and consistently follow detailed written procedures

Strong safety awareness and attention to detail

Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, and changing weather conditions

Availability to work every other weekend

Dependable attendance and punctuality

Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with the team

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

This is a full-time day shift position. Every-other-weekend availability is required, and overtime opportunities may be available depending on operational needs.

Road & Rail Services offers eligible full-time employees:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Company-provided PPE

Job-specific training

Opportunities for advancement

Promote-from-within culture

Veteran-friendly workplace

Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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