Transload Operator

Cando Rail & Terminals; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Life Balance

Technical and Leadership Training

Award Winning Safety Culture

Group Life Insurance

Health & Dental Benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals, based in Petersburg, VA, is seeking a full-time on-site Transload Operator. The role involves safely switching, loading, and unloading railcars and ensuring compliance with safety procedures while maintaining equipment and facility standards.

Ideal candidates have rail or industrial experience, strong teamwork and customer service skills, and a valid driver's license. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered to support a safe, productive work

Qualifications

• Experience in rail operations, transloading, logistics, or industrial environments preferred.
• Experience operating locomotives, railcars, or transload equipment considered an asset.
• Ability to safely work around hazardous materials and heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, switching instructions, and operational documentation.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform railcar switching, spotting, coupling, and uncoupling operations.
• Operate switches, derails, handbrakes, air hoses, and related rail equipment.
• Load and unload bulk liquid and dry products from railcars using pumps, hoses, conveyors, and transfer systems.
• Operate and inspect railcar loading and transloading equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections of track mobiles, braking systems, and safety devices.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment throughout the facility.
• Travel to other transload terminals as needed to support operations.

Skills

Rail operations

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Safety procedures reading

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Data entry

Job description

Requisition Number: TRANS001761

• Posted : September 18, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Petersburg, VA 23805, USA

Description

Cando Rail & Terminals is North America’s leading provider of specialized rail operating services and terminal infrastructure that allow industrial shippers to optimize their supply chains and connect to Class I railways by leveraging Cando’s operating capabilities and network of owned multi-purpose rail terminals. The company provides a wide range of rail services including industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, short line operations, railcar staging, train assembly, and related services.

• Work Life Balance
• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
• Award Winning Safety Culture
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Health & Dental Benefits including voluntary options
• Expanding in the US and we welcome you to come grow with us!

Transload Operators with Cando are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching services. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Pay for this opportunity would be $21-21.25 per hour dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely perform railcar switching, spotting, coupling, and uncoupling operations.
• Operate switches, derails, handbrakes, air hoses, and related rail equipment.
• Load and unload bulk liquid and dry products from railcars using pumps, hoses, conveyors, and transfer systems.
• Operate and inspect railcar loading and transloading equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections of track mobiles, braking systems, and safety devices.
• Perform yard checks and maintain accurate inventory documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment throughout the facility.
• Support preventative maintenance and minor repairs on transload and facility equipment.
• Enforce and promote all safety policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate operational or safety concerns promptly to supervisors.
• Assist with additional facility duties including site upkeep, painting, and general maintenance.
• Participate in ongoing operational and safety training initiatives.
• Travel to other transload terminals as needed to support operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in rail operations, transloading, logistics, or industrial environments preferred.
• Experience operating locomotives, railcars, or transload equipment considered an asset.
• Ability to safely work around hazardous materials and heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, switching instructions, and operational documentation.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work M-F from 6am-6pm.
• Physically capable of climbing railcars, lifting and handling hoses, applying handbrakes, and performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to work rotating day and night shifts.
• Must successfully complete required certifications, medical clearances, and drug/alcohol testing.

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