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Transfer Operator
- Road & Rail Services (Louisville, KY)
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7550 Grade Lane, Louisville, KY 40219, US | Hourly | 20.00 per hour | Full Time
| Health, Dental, 401k, Paid Weekly, Annual Bonus, Paid Vacation and Holidays.
Transfer Operator Starting Pay: $20/hour Location: Louisville, KY (7550 Grade Lane, 40219) Job Type: Full-Time, Day Shift (Occasional Weekends May Be Required)
Road & Rail Services is hiring a Transfer Operator in Louisville, KY! If you're looking for a stable, skilled role in rail operations with room to grow, this is an excellent opportunity to join a safety-first team where your work matters.
About the Position - Transfer Operator As a Transfer Operator, you'll be responsible for safely transferring bulk products, including chemicals, between railcars and tanker trucks. This is a hands-on, physically engaging role ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. Most work is performed during a regular daytime schedule, though occasional weekends may be required due to rail and product delivery timing.
Clean-shaven requirement: This safety-sensitive position requires employees to remain clean-shaven when respirator use is needed.
Key Responsibilities - Transfer Operator • Operate transfer equipment (pumps, hoses, valves) to move products safely and efficiently • Set up, secure, and inspect equipment prior to transfer operations • Perform heating, temperature checks, sparging, sampling, and quality checks • Climb ladders up to 20 feet and manage hoses and rigging in all weather conditions • Complete accurate transfer logs, manifests, and inspection documentation • Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE (chemical suits, gloves, respirators, face protection)
What You'll Get At Road & Rail Services, we take care of our people. As a Transfer Operator, you'll enjoy: • Competitive pay and structured schedule • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options • 401(k) retirement plan • Paid holidays and vacation time • All required PPE provided at no cost • Annual steel-toe boot allowance • Safety training and career development • Opportunities for advancement within the company
Qualifications We are seeking candidates who are: • Safety-conscious and dependable • Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions • Mechanically inclined with strong attention to detail • Able to follow verbal and written instructions • Hold a high school diploma or GED • Possess a valid driver's license
Previous industrial, logistics, or hands-on mechanical experience is a plus, and strong performance as a Transfer Operator can lead to future roles in supervision, safety, and leadership at Road & Rail Services.
If you're ready to build a long-term career in rail logistics and join a company that invests in its people, apply now to be our next Transfer Operator in Louisville, KY!
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