Rail Crew Operator Trainee in Houston, Texas at Odfjell USA Houston Inc

COMPANY: OTH

JOB LOCATION: OTH (TERMINAL)

JOB TITLE: RAIL CREW TRAINEE

DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non Exempt

Performs service work relating to transferring rail cars from one position to another so that operations personnel can load or unload products to and from the cars. This is a fully-qualified position which works with general supervision, within established procedures. This position works a four day on and four day off schedule.

• Receive copy of yard check with morning instructions.

• Weigh outbound railcars.

• Respot any cars that are left.

• Receive inbounds, get list with instructions on where to put cars.

• Weigh cars in and spot terminal.

• Certified on Switch Engine Operation.

• Follow company policies and comply with company regulations. Cooperate and support colleagues.

• In case of absence, the employee’s supervisor will assume and/or assign responsibility for this position’s duties.

• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Physical ability to perform strenuous labor

• Intellectual ability to learn and apply a practical knowledge of chemical products and detailed procedures

• Basic mathematical ability & observation of safety rules

• Recognition of the need for continued learning

• Ability to accept close supervision and understand the limitations imposed to maintain an adequate margin against error

• Knowledgeable of safety precaution and special handling requirements of each product

• Trained in safety and emergency procedures

• Close proximity to hazardous petrochemicals

• Performs physical labor

• Work outside in all weather conditions with protective gear:(rubber boots and slicker) and safety equipment (facial hair restricted because of required use of respirator) when handling chemicals

• Potential for exposure to hazards is present

• Climb on ladders - various heights

• Carry/handle heavy objects - hoses, nozzles, etc.

• Lifting 20 lbs. – 50 lbs. on regular basis

• Bending/stooping on regular basis

• Walking/standing for long periods of time

• Personal safety equipment

• Tank gauges

• Hand tools

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  Fixed cranes

• Switch engines/Rail car movers

• Fire fighting equipment (as training allows)