Transloading Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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Who We Are
Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at Railserve.com

Job Description
Transloaders are responsible for supporting daily rail and material handling operations in an active industrial environment. This role involves working around railcars, locomotives, loading equipment, and customer materials while safely performing transloading and rail support activities.

Employees work closely with operations teams and site leadership to ensure railcars are safely moved, secured, loaded, unloaded, and inspected according to company procedures and customer requirements. Daily responsibilities may include railcar handling, switching support, equipment operation, communication with crews, and maintaining operational efficiency throughout the facility.

This is a physically active outdoor role requiring strong safety awareness, teamwork, and reliability.

Railserve provides training for motivated individuals looking to build long-term careers in rail and industrial operations.

Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for advancement into rail operations, equipment operation, and leadership roles.

Schedule
8-hour shifts
5 days per week
Rotating schedules including mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation
$23.00 - $26.00 per hour based on experience

Duties
Support daily transloading and rail operations activities
Safely move and secure railcars within the facility
Operate hand and ground throw switches, derails, and gates
Control equipment movement using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns
Apply and release hand brakes to secure equipment
Handle air hoses, wheel chocks, and railcar connections
Observe tracks and surrounding areas for safety hazards or obstructions
Assist with loading, unloading, and material handling activities
Support locomotive and switching operations as directed
Assist in training new employees as needed
Complete operational reports and documentation as required
Wear required personal protective equipment at all times
Follow company operating procedures and safety requirements
Perform additional operational duties as assigned

Job Requirements
High school diploma or GED required
Reliable transportation required
Strong attendance and dependability required
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb on rail equipment
Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to assess multiple tasks and work safely in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work rotating schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)
Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
Company-paid sickness and accident income
401(k) with company match
Annual safety shoe reimbursement
Prescription safety wear
Holiday pay
Vacation
Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information
Outdoor industrial rail yard and transloading environment
Exposure to locomotives, railcars, moving machinery, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions
Moderate to heavy physical labor required
Frequent walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, and lifting
Required use of personal protective equipment
Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures

Grow With Us
Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.