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BlueLinx

Material Handler

Denver, CO · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Responsible for safely transporting building product material off and on trailers or rail cars and identifying damaged material. Responsible for product identification and product loading/unloading ...

JSW Steel USA

Barge Supervisor

Baytown, TX · On-site

Plan, schedule, and coordinate the efficient unloading and loading of steel plates, scrap, and slabs from barges and rail cars. * Supervise crane operators and loading crews, ensuring safe work ...

BlueLinx

Material Handler

Denver, CO

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Responsible for safely transporting building product material off and on trailers or rail cars and identifying damaged material. Responsible for product identification and product loading/unloading ...

General Port Services Inc

VDC Rail Unloader

Wylie, TX

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

VDC RAIL UNLOADER Who we are: AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry ... Drive vehicles off rail cars. * Drive vehicles to specific locations. * Lifting and laying bridge ...

Twin Eagle

Rail Operator (Douglas)

Douglas, WY · On-site

Any other duties as assigned by the Terminal Manager Loading and Unloading Operations: * Operate ... Inspect cars for visual defects and safety concerns, calibrate equipment to ensure accurate product ...

Amports

VDC Rail Unloader

Wylie, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

VDC RAIL UNLOADER Who we are: AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry ... Drive vehicles off rail cars. * Drive vehicles to specific locations. * Lifting and laying bridge ...

Amports

VDC Rail Unloader

Wylie, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

VDC RAIL UNLOADER Who we are: AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry ... Drive vehicles off rail cars. * Drive vehicles to specific locations. * Lifting and laying bridge ...

Auto Warehousing

Vehicle Rail Loader- Portland

Portland, OR · On-site

$19 - $22.25/hr

Operate loading ramp and position correctly for safe vehicle entry * Properly set rail car bridge plates in place * Shuttle vehicles onto the rail cars * Check vehicles for damage * Report damage or ...

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How much do hourly loading unloading rail cars jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly loading unloading rail cars in the United States is $16.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Loading Unloading Rail Cars vs Hourly Rail Car Switcher?

AspectHourly Loading Unloading Rail CarsHourly Rail Car Switcher
CredentialsTypically requires OSHA safety training, forklift or equipment operation certificationsRequires similar safety training, often includes switcher certification
Work EnvironmentLoading/unloading areas, freight yards, warehousesRail yards, switching tracks, yard operations
Job DutiesLoading/unloading cargo from rail cars, safety proceduresMoving rail cars within yards, assembling/disassembling trains
Industry UsageCommon in freight terminals, warehousesPrimarily in rail yards, switching facilities

Both roles involve working with rail cars and require safety certifications. However, Hourly Loading Unloading Rail Cars focuses on cargo handling, while Hourly Rail Car Switchers specialize in moving and organizing rail cars within yards. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position in the rail industry.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Loading Unloading Rail Cars job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,527 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Material Handler

BlueLinx

Denver, CO • On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

BlueLinx rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

394th of 423 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

Company Description
3015-Material Handler Denver, Colorado
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, BlueLinx Corporation is a leading distributor of building products in North America. Employing approximately 1,900 people, BlueLinx offers greater than 10,000 products from over 750 suppliers to service approximately 11,500 customers nationwide, including dealers, industrial manufacturers, manufactured housing producers and home improvement retailers. The company operates its distribution business from sales centers in Atlanta and Denver, and its network of approximately 56 distribution centers. Additional information about BlueLinx can be found on its website at www.BlueLinxCo.com.
Job Description
Position Purpose Summary:
Responsible for safely transporting building product material off and on trailers or rail cars and identifying damaged material. Responsible for product identification and product loading/unloading/storage for detailed finished and standard product handling.
  • Understands the company's vision, mission, and strategy; understands business unit objectives and sets/accomplishes individual performance goals accordingly.
  • Responsible for transporting material off and on trailers or rail cars. Stores and retrieves material (piece pick and/or bulk).
  • Responsible for efficiently and safely loading trailers for transport of material in accordance with routing solution.
  • Identifies damaged material.
  • Documents inbound and outbound transactions.
  • Performs daily maintenance of equipment and area cleaning requirements.
  • Responsible for basic equipment maintenance (horn, flashing beacon, fluid levels, fire extinguisher, fueling, personnel protective equipment (PPE), proper packaging).
  • Normally works Monday through Friday schedule.

Qualifications
Qualifications:
  • One year of recent forklift/warehouse experience.
  • Safe work record and stable work history.
  • Ability to proficiently and safely use forklift to transport product, load/unload trucks
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs using safe lifting techniques
  • Ability to read/comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety materials, etc.
  • Knowledge of loading/unloading/storage requirements.
  • Knowledge of damage identification procedures and safety forklift operations techniques.

BlueLinx is an EOE
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