Transload Operator (Gallup, NM)

Chemical Transportation, Inc; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Quarterly Safety BONUS

Boot Reimbursements

Overtime Pay Eligible

Paid Orientation

Health Benefits

Job summary

CTI, Inc. is seeking a Transload Operator for the Gallup, NM site. You will safely transload bulk items like fly ash and lime from railcars to trailers, and you’ll work outdoors with PPE as required.

We offer overtime eligibility, weekly pay, a quarterly safety bonus of $500, boot reimbursements, and comprehensive health benefits. Join a safety‑minded team with growth opportunities in the Southwest.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver License required.
• 18 years or older.
• Prior transloading experience preferred.
• General knowledge of railroad operations and brake systems on railcars is preferred.
• Mechanical abilities to troubleshoot and isolate malfunctions preferred.
• Basic computer literacy preferred.
• Clean driving record with limited violations in past years.
• Pre-employment respirator training and compliance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Load quicklime and fly-ash from railcars to trailers.
• Work outdoors and stand for extended periods.
• Wear PPE as required and follow safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot water systems, eyewash, showers, generator, and compressor.
• Report railcar status and loads delivered to sites.
• Communicate with CTI personnel via radio and email.
• Make quick, safe decisions during shifts.
• Shift may vary between day and night.

Skills

Driver license

Safety conscious

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Basic computer skills

Tools

Railcar operations knowledge

Job description

Build your career here with CTI - Transload Operators Wanted!

Join CTI, a company committed to safety, its employees, and long-term opportunity since 1930. We are a proud part of the mining and construction industries throughout the Southwest. We are hiring a Transload Operator to safely and timely transload bulk items, such as fly ash and lime, from railcar to trailer. CTI has grown over 350 employees and have terminal locations throughout Arizona, New Mexico and Utah.

Worksite Location: Gallup Terminal, NM

Hourly: $18.00/hr DOE + additional pay offered for CDL holder with DQF

$500 Quarterly Safety Bonus

Boot Reimbursements

Overtime Pay Eligible

Benefits Package

• Paid Orientation
• Weekly pay
• Direct Deposit
• Quarterly Safety BONUS
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday pay
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability benefits
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Match
• Safety Boot Program

Job Requirements

• Valid Driver License
• At least 18 years of age
• Prior transloading experience, highly preferred
• General knowledge of railroad operations & familiarity with brake systems on railcars, preferred
• Mechanical abilities to troubleshoot and isolate malfunctions, preferred
• Basic computer knowledge, preferred
• Clean driving record with no more than 2 moving violations within the previous 3 years
• No major moving violations within the last 5 years
• Half Face Respirator to seal
• Successfullypass a controlled substance test for pre-employment purposes
• Authorized access to mine site properties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Load quicklime and fly-ash from the railcar to the semi or double trailers
• Work outside at all times and be on your feet for extended periods
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required while performing tasks
• Troubleshoot water system to supply eyewash and shower stations, generator, and compressor
• Report railcar status and loads delivered to specific sites
• Clearly communicate verbally, as well as electronically with CTI Inc. personnelRadio and text/e-mail
• Make quick decisions and react efficiently and safely
• The shift may vary between day or night, but is consistent for the entire week
• Operation of basic hand tools

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This job is physically demanding
• Ability to climb stairs - Transload Unit and Trailer for access to the dome lid area
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, push and or move up to 80lbs
• Twisting, stretching, reaching, squatting, crawling on hands and knees & kneeling
• Consistent climbing of stairs and/or ladders, being hoisted in the air, working at elevations of 20 feet above the ground.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) requirements:

• Hard hat with face shield
• Goggles/Spoggles
• Gloves
• Long sleeve shirt
• Reflective vest
• Hearing protection
• Respirator Mask (varies according to the worksite)
• Steel toe boots (not supplied by CTI)

Respirators:CTI employees are required to wear a full and/or half-mask respirator for any job task that requires a respirator. Respirators (PPE) are distributed by CTI and are used to protect employees from those occupational hazards caused by breathing contaminated air (harmful dust, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors). All CTI employees who are required to wear a respirator must be clean-shaven daily and in compliance with respirator protocols at all times.

Job description is available upon request. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Compensation practices are subject to Company policy and may be adjusted based on business and operational needs.

CTI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTI promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment and ongoing random testing. Applicants for this position will be required to undergo a drug test, which includes screening for marijuana and other prohibited substances. Please note that while marijuana may be legal under state law, it is not permitted for safety-sensitive positions at CTI, Inc. A positive test result will disqualify you from consideration for this role.

Company policy could disqualify an applicant who has certain criminal history from employment in particular positions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources office.