Operator – Waterloo Ia

April 9, 2026
$19 - $20 / hour
Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

New Vacancy
Position: Operator – Waterloo Ia
Company: Watco
Job Brief
Start a watco career and discover the difference keep the world’s supply chain moving.

Salary Detail
$19 – $20 an hour

Experience
Career Development of 18 Years is required

Job Detail
  • Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
  • Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
  • Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Pay Range: $19 – $20 Depending on Experience
  • Schedule: M-F 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Location Information The Waterloo Blackhawk Transload Terminal stands out for having a covered railcar spot for transloading, warehouse space, and 3storage domes. Switching services are available at this terminal, which handles both unit and manifest trains. Position Description
  • Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment required in this position.
  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on equipment.
  • Regularly communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors, Team Members and customer.
  • Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Follow writ10Dual verification procedures on all material movements.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Requirments
  • High school education or general education (GED)
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • 1 or more year(s) related experience required (mechanical, maintenance, equipment operating)
  • Applicant must pass the General SOP testing, Heavy Equipment function test along with Team Member demonstration check list.
  • Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team and interact appropriately with others.
  • Ability to work in all types of weather.
  • Ability to work the scheduled shifts required for the position and/ or overtime as needed.
  • Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance