Yard · City of Industry, CA
Now hiring: Transload Operator
Liquid Bulk Transload Operator — Yard Only, No CDL, Day Shift
$22–$25/hr to start · Weekly pay · Mon–Fri days
California Transit Services is hiring one full-time Transload Operator for our rail-served yard in City of Industry. You'll move food-grade and industrial liquids between railcars, tank trailers, totes, and drums — all inside our fence, never behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle. Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. W-2 employee, weekly pay, year-round work. No CDL and no prior transloading experience required — we train, and you'll work directly with our Fleet & Terminal Operations Lead.
The work // 01
- Transfer liquid product between railcars and tank trailers, and between totes, drums, and tankers
- Set up, connect, operate, and break down transfer hoses, pumps, fittings, and valves
- Verify railcar seals, product identity, and quantities before and after every transfer
- Complete bills of lading, certificates of analysis, seal logs, and transfer records
- Wash and stage hoses, totes, tools, and fittings; keep food-grade and industrial equipment separate
- Repackage product into IBC totes and drums; label and stage for shipment
- Draw, log, and retain product samples
- Inspect railcars on arrival and release; follow chock, derail, and blue-flag procedures
- Keep the spur, pump area, and equipment clean and ready for the next job
- Light yard and track upkeep — clearing debris, hand digging, basic power tools and small equipment
- Data entry, printing, scanning, and filing of transfer paperwork
- Other duties as assigned in support of terminal and trucking operations
Requirements // 02
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Reliable for a 6:30 AM start, Monday through Friday
- Read, write, and do basic math in English — gauges, labels, bills of lading, gallons-to-pounds conversions
- Follow written safety procedures: lockout/tagout, fall protection, heat illness prevention, and our no-entry rule for railcars and tanks
- Work outdoors year-round, climb railcar and trailer ladders, and handle hoses and fittings (typically 25–50 lb), with or without reasonable accommodation
- Pass a short on-site skills assessment: practical math, document reading, safety judgment, and fitting identification
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Nice to have // 03
- Forklift certification or experience — strongly preferred
- Railcar loading/unloading, bulk liquid transload, tank wash, or liquid terminal experience
- Food-grade, kosher, or GMP handling experience
- Hands-on experience with pumps, camlock fittings, and hose setups
- Comfortable with basic data entry and scanning/printing
- Bilingual English/Spanish
What we offer // 04
- Steady W-2 employment with full payroll taxes covered
- $22–$25 per hour to start, based on experience, paid weekly
- Skill-based raises to $30 per hour as you sign off on independent railcar transfers, sampling/QC, and food-grade program ownership
- Day shift, Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Overtime paid when loads run long
- Hands-on training from day one, with a 90-day structured sign-off plan
- Forklift and food-safety training provided
- Year-round work — no seasonal layoffs
- Home every day
The work is railcar-to-tanker and tanker-to-railcar liquid transfer — glycerine, base oils, wax, and other non-hazardous food-grade and industrial products — plus tote and drum work at our City of Industry rail spur. Everything happens inside our yard; you never operate a commercial vehicle on public roads.
- Hours
- Full time, Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (times approximate; occasional overtime when a railcar runs long)
- Location
- 13226 Nelson Ave E, City of Industry, CA 91746. Yard-based; no driving.
FAQ // 05
Questions, answered
Do I need a CDL?
No. This is a yard position. You never drive a commercial vehicle on public roads.
Do I need transloading experience?
No. We train. Experience with liquids, railcars, tank washing, or forklifts gets you a higher starting rate and a faster path to $30/hr.
Is this a W-2 position?
Yes. W-2 employee, full payroll taxes covered, weekly pay, and overtime when earned.
How much does it pay?
$22–$25 per hour to start, depending on experience. Skill-based raises take it to $30 per hour.
What are the hours?
Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, out of 13226 Nelson Ave E, City of Industry. Occasional overtime when a railcar takes longer than planned.
Is the work physical?
Yes. You'll handle hoses and fittings, climb railcar ladders with fall protection, and work outdoors in all weather. We provide PPE and training.
What products will I handle?
Non-hazardous liquids only: glycerine, base and lube oils, waxes, and similar food-grade and industrial products. No hazmat, no flammables.
Is forklift certification required?
Not required, but strongly preferred. If you don't have it, we'll train and certify you.
What is the skills assessment?
About 40 minutes on-site: practical math (gallons and pounds), reading a bill of lading, safety scenarios, and identifying common fittings. Reasonable accommodations are available on request.
How do I apply?
Fill out the short application form on this page — no account needed — or call dispatch at 626-214-5220. We answer the same day on weekdays.
Apply // 06
Apply — Transload Operator
Takes a few minutes. You apply right here — no account needed — and we answer the same day on weekdays. Questions first? Call dispatch at 626-214-5220.
Prefer to talk? Call 626-214-5220 or email allan@caltransservices.com.
California Transit Services is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. We do not ask about salary history. Reasonable accommodations are available for the application and skills assessment — call 626-214-5220 or email allan@caltransservices.com.