Come join our team at Optimal!

We know a few things about competing with giants and exceeding expectations.

After years of working in the field, our founders decided to break from tradition and build the company they wanted to work for. They believed in starting a company rooted in trust, its team, and the idea that everyone matters and has a part in getting the job done right.

Quickly building a reputation from the ground up and growing the company along with our list of clients, Optimal is now influencing the industry and the people we serve. We live by the values that make us who we are.

And that is how we deliver the impossible for our clients and team members every day.

The Rail Car Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, inspection, loading, unloading, and general handling of rail cars in a railyard or plant environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and coordination with team members to ensure timely and accurate rail car operations. The operator will work closely with supervisors, logistics personnel, and other team members to support rail transportation and product handling needs.

Operate rail car moving equipment (e.g., locomotives, rail car movers) to position and move cars for loading and unloading.

Inspect rail cars before and after movement for damage, safety issues, and load integrity.

Couple and uncouple rail cars; secure cars using hand brakes, chocks, or derails as needed.

Communicate with team members, yardmasters, and dispatchers using radios or hand signals.

Load and unload materials from rail cars using appropriate equipment and tools while following all safety procedures.

Ensure accurate tracking and documentation of rail car locations, numbers, and contents.

Monitor and test brakes, valves, and other mechanical systems on rail cars as needed.

Perform basic maintenance or cleaning of rail equipment and track areas.

Assist in identifying and responding to potential safety hazards or mechanical issues.

Follow all regulatory, environmental, and company-specific safety standards and policies.

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Minimum of 1–2 years of rail car, industrial, or heavy equipment operation experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license or state-issued ID.

Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety guidelines, and operating procedures.

Strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

TWIC Card.

Must be able to work in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments (climbing, lifting, walking on uneven surfaces).

Ability to pass a drug screen, background check, and physical examination.

Stop relying on contractors who over promise, under deliver, and do not care about your success. Instead, experience the Optimal difference. Build your team with us and know you have experienced craftsmen who have your back and can deliver.

Optimal Field Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Optimal Field Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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