Job Details

RSI Logistics, a subsidiary of TrinityRail, is seeking a Transloading Operatorfor our Chesapeake, VA rail transload terminal.

A Transloading Operator is responsible for transferring bulk materials-such as liquids, gases, grains, or other commodities-from one mode of transportation to another. This role is common in industries like oil and gas, agriculture, rail and trucking logistics, and shipping terminals.

What you'll do:
• Operate equipment to load and unload materials between railcars, trucks, containers, or storage tanks.
• Monitor and control the flow of materials during transloading to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Inspect equipment and connections for leaks, wear, or damage.
• Follow safety protocols and environmental regulations during all operations.
• Maintain accurate records of materials handled, quantities, and transfer times.
• Effectively communicate with, drivers, and other team members to coordinate logistics.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of transloading equipment and work areas.
• Assist with basic loading/unloading tasks under supervision, initially assisting, but in time conducting loads on their own
• Learn safety protocols and equipment operation.
• Perform manual labor such as connecting hoses, cleaning, and staging materials.
• Independently operate transloading equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, forklifts).
• Monitor material transfers and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Ability/willingness to cross train in other forms of transloading.
• Pre and post inspection of equipment and necessary documentation.
• Performs light maintenance repairs to equipment and railcars.
• Other duties as assigned

What you'll need:
• High school diploma or equivalent (some positions may require technical training or certifications).
• Experience with forklifts, pumps, hoses, valves, and other industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures, especially in hazardous material handling.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical labor.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Detailed oriented.
• Able to read and comprehend training manuals.
• Basic computer or tablet skills for logging data and reports.

Work Environment:
• Often outdoors (including rain, cold, snow, heat at rail yards, ports, or industrial facilities.
• May involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Forklift certification
• HAZMAT training
• OSHA safety training