Ironton - Transloader (Rail)

Railserve

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Railserve is hiring dependable, safety-focused Transloaders in Ironton, OH to support daily operations at an industrial facility. This is a full-time, outdoor, hands-on role focused on safely transferring liquid products from railcars into storage systems.

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at Railserve.com.

Job Description

The Transloader is responsible for safely unloading liquid products from railcars into storage systems using pumps, hoses, valves, and related transfer equipment. This role supports daily transloading operations while maintaining compliance with company safety procedures, environmental requirements, and customer operating standards.

Employees work with tank cars, transfer equipment, and storage systems in an outdoor industrial environment. Daily responsibilities include verifying tank car numbers, connecting hoses and grounding cables, operating pumps and valves, monitoring gauges and meters, collecting samples, and maintaining clean and safe work areas.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable performing hands-on work outdoors. Previous transloading, industrial, chemical, petroleum, or rail experience is helpful but not required for candidates with strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for advancement into rail operations, equipment operation, and leadership roles.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 8-hour shifts
• Occasional overtime may be required based on operational needs

Compensation

$20.00 – $22.00 per hour based on experience

Duties

• Verify tank car numbers against loading and unloading instructions
• Connect grounding cables to safely discharge static electricity
• Open and close manway covers and inspect tank cars for cleanliness and damage
• Connect hoses and valves to unload liquid chemical and petroleum products
• Operate pumps and valves to transfer materials into storage tanks
• Monitor gauges and meters to ensure proper flow and volume
• Install vapor release valves and ensure proper sealing of tank cars
• Test samples and record readings as required
• Inspect valves, gaskets, and safety components; replace as needed
• Clean tank car exteriors and maintain equipment
• Assist with basic locomotive and rail operations as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and equipment
• Ability to participate in Railserve’s pre-employment screening process
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle equipment and materials
• Ability to climb on and off railcars and work at heights
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable transportation required
• Strong attendance and dependability required
• Ability to follow instructions, operating procedures, and safety requirements
• Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)

Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions
• Requires working around heavy equipment, chemicals, transfer systems, and moving railcars
• Moderate to heavy physical labor required
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, lifting, and working at heights on rail equipment
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Must comply with all company, customer, safety, and environmental requirements at all times

Grow With Us

Don’t worry if you don’t meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.