Transload Operator — Rail Car Loading & Safety Expert

Cando Rail & Terminals; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance and AD&D

Long-term disability

Health & dental benefits

Training programs

Work-life balance

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals is seeking a Transload Operator to join our on-site team in Cedar City, UT. You will contribute to safe loading and unloading of rail cars to meet customer schedules and support a safety-first culture.

Responsibilities include operating transloading equipment safely, performing inspections, and documenting activities, while coordinating with switching teams. Ideal candidates have locomotive experience, safety focus, and proficiency with Excel/Outlook.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Locomotive operating experience is required.
• Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and exercise stop-work authority when necessary.
• Ability to read, understand, and prepare general documentation, including safety briefings and policy and procedure manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous transload operator experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with technology and computer systems, including Excel and Outlook daily.
• Ability to meet and maintain regulatory requirements for industrial switching operations.
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Transload Operators provide safe and efficient rail car loading/unloading.00Team-oriented operation in safety-conscious environment.
• Ensure safe operation of transloading equipment and follow transfer procedures.
• Make all connections for each product transfer.
• Perform daily inspection and testing of equipment and safety devices.
• Report safety and equipment problems promptly.
• Comply with operating rules, switching procedures, and regulations.
• Complete daily reports and logs as required.
• Provide support to switching teams as needed.
• Participate in training and company initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Locomotive operations

Safety awareness

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Transload experience

Physical fitness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Cando Rail & Terminals is seeking a Transload Operator to join our on-site team in Cedar City, UT. You will contribute to safe loading and unloading of rail cars to meet customer schedules and support a safety-first culture.

Responsibilities include operating transloading equipment safely, performing inspections, and documenting activities, while coordinating with switching teams. Ideal candidates have locomotive experience, safety focus, and proficiency with Excel/Outlook.