Senior Lead Transfer Operator
About The Position
In this Senior Lead Transfer/Switch Operator role, you'll play a crucial part in daily operations at our Birmingham location. This position combines skilled transfer work, switching duties, and leadership responsibility. You'll help coordinate railcar movement, maintain operational flow, and ensure tasks are completed accurately and safely. Equally important, you'll serve as a mentor and example for newer team members, showing them proper safety protocols, correct procedures, and the level of attention needed to work effectively in a federally regulated environment. Because we operate under Federal Railroad Administration rules, precision, situational awareness, and a commitment to safety are essential. You'll work closely with site leadership, communicate clearly with your team, and help maintain a work environment where everyone can perform confidently and safely.
Requirements
- Experience with transfer operations, switching, or related industrial/rail work
- Steady work history that reflects reliability and follow-through
- Leadership ability, strong communication skills, and a willingness to motivate others
- Comfort working outdoors, handling physical tasks, and following strict safety procedures
Responsibilities
- Coordinate railcar movement
- Maintain operational flow
- Ensure tasks are completed accurately and safely
- Serve as a mentor and example for newer team members
- Showing them proper safety protocols, correct procedures, and the level of attention needed to work effectively in a federally regulated environment
- Work closely with site leadership
- Communicate clearly with your team
- Help maintain a work environment where everyone can perform confidently and safely
Benefits
- Starting pay at $22/hr
- A pathway to grow into higher leadership or technical roles
- A company culture centered around respect, safety, and service excellence
- A stable, long-term opportunity with a team that values your effort and dedication
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
