Career Transloading Operator

RSI Logistics, a subsidiary of TrinityRail, is seeking a Career Transloading Operator for our Rochester, NY 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

• Independently 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

  Troubleshoot minor equipment issues

• 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

• Pre and post inspection of equipment and necessary documentation

• 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 about safety protocols and equipment operation

• Perform manual labor such as connecting hoses, cleaning, and staging materials

  Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• 3-5 years of experience in transloading or industrial operations. 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 (snow, rain, cold, and heat at rail yards, ports or industrial facilities) and perform physical labor

• Ability to work an 8 hour shift from 7:00 am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday

  Good communication and teamwork skills

• Detailed oriented

• Time management

• Ability to read gauges, follow SOPs, and maintain logs

• Basic troubleshooting of equipment

• Basic computer or tablet skills for logging data and reports

• Forklift certification

• HAZMAT training

• OSHA safety training

• May involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays

• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)