Transload Operator

Colonial Group; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Transload Operator at our Portland, ME facility. You will unload materials from trailers and rail cars daily, learn to operate railcar loading equipment, and ensure safety policies are followed. The role supports customer orders, inventory systems, and coordination with carriers and customers.

The position also involves general facility tasks, office duties, and regular communication regarding order statuses and delivery impacts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Read, write, and understand English.
• Capable to learn how to operate and maintain railcar/trans-loading equipment (e.g., hoses, portable conveyors, transfer pumps, portable stair systems, small to medium-sized equipment, track mobile, etc.).
• Ability and willingness to travel to other transload terminals to assist when necessary; maybe for up to a week at a time.
• Prepare load schedule for next day's loads.
• Ensure all railcars’ inbound and outbound inspections are completed before filing.

Responsibilities

• Daily unloading of materials from trailers and rail cars.
• Operate or learn to operate rail car loading systems and equipment.
• Enforces safety policies and procedures with other Team Members and visitors.
• Assist with other duties within the facility (general maintenance, landscape upkeep, and painting).
• Manage customer orders and inventory systems.
• Answer phones and assist with customer needs.
• Accountable for all office functions by maintaining control of ability to meet customer expectations.
• Monitor emails throughout day for order status changes/additions, other customer needs.
• Enter customer orders and railcar shipments in Savage systems inventory and have verified prior to railcar/truck arrivals by another employee.
• Faxing/emailing of Bill of Ladings to customers and designated parties (as required).
• Prepare documentation for truck arrivals and departures (Bill of Lading, Truck Arrival Checklist).
• Contact carriers to schedule pick up times.
• Inform customers of impacts to deliveries.

Skills

English literacy

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Here is what you will be doing:

• Daily unloading of materials fromtrailers and rail cars
• Operate or learn to operate rail car loading systems and equipment
• Ability to perform work safely and productively
• Enforces safety policies and procedures with other Team Members and visitors
• Assist with other duties within the facility (general maintenance, landscape upkeep, and painting)
• Manage customer orders and inventory systems.
• Answer phones and assisting with customer needs
• Accountable for all office functions by maintaining control of ability to meet customer expectations
• Monitor Emails throughout day for order status changes/additions, other customer needs
• Enter customer orders and railcar shipments in Savage systems inventory and have verified prior to railcar/truck arrivals by another employee
• Faxing/emailing of Bill of Ladings to customers and designated parties (as required)
• Prepare documentation for truck arrivals and departures (Bill of Lading, Truck Arrival Checklist).
• Contact carriers to schedule pick up times
• Inform customers of impacts to deliveries

Requirements of a successful Transload Operator:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Read, write, and understand English
• Capable to learn how to operate and maintain railcar/trans-loading equipment (e.g., Hoses, portable conveyors, transfer pumps, portable stair systems, small to medium-sized equipment, track mobile, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to travel to other transload terminals to assist when necessary; maybe for up to a week at a time.
• Prepare load schedule for next day's loads
• Ensure all railcars’ Inbound and Outbound inspections are completed before filing

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role:

• Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
• Physically able to climb up and down railcars/ladders safely
• Willing to receive general safety training
• Willing to work with liquid hazardous and dry bulk materials
• Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds
• In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)

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