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Watco
Railcar Unloader - Ferndale, WA
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Train Rail Service Worker repairs and maintains equipment that is part of a railroad system, including gate crossings, track switches and signals.
$72,529 / year median in Washington
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco. Here's what you can expect from
Watco:
- Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
- Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
- Career advancement opportunities
Starting Pay Rate:
$30.14 per hourAfter Six Months:
$33.49 per hourSchedule:
4 days on, 3 days off, rotating day/night shift. Full-time, hours subject to the train offload schedule. Must obtain a TWIC card prior to employment for this position Job Summary The Unloader is responsible for safely and efficiently operating equipment to inspect, prepare, and transfer products between railcars and facilities in all weather conditions. This role ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards while supporting team and customer goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Communicate daily work plans and safety instructions to crew members; ensure all tasks are completed safely and efficiently
- Operate and maintain pumps, compressors, valves, engines, and related equipment in accordance with company and regulatory standards
- Inspect, seal, and prepare railcars and equipment for product transfer, including performing structural inspections
- Connecting and disconnecting 4-inch offloading hoses
- Monitor and document operations, inspections, and maintenance activities accurately
- Ensure compliance with all Watco safety, environmental, and "Customer First" principles
- Work safely in all weather conditions and adapt to various shifts as required
- Utilize hand tools to perform job duties safely and effectively
- Maintain work areas through general upkeep tasks such as snow and weed removal Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location.