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Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders

Also known as: Barge Loader, Bulk Tank Car Unloader, Car Loader/Unloader, Caustics Loader, Chemical Recovery Operator, Coal Dumping Equipment Operator, Dock Loader, Load Out Person, Loader, Loader Operator

Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships using material moving equipment. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products. May gauge or sample shipping tanks and test them for leaks.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma82%
Some College11%
Post-Secondary Certificate7%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None26%
Up to 1 month1%
1-3 months3%
6 months - 1 year31%
1-2 years2%
2-4 years6%
4-6 years1%
6-8 years31%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month15%
1-3 months40%
3-6 months31%
6 months - 1 year15%

How AI Impacts Each Task

19 tasks analyzed

Connect ground cables to carry off static electricity when unloading tanker cars.

Verify tank car, barge, or truck load numbers to ensure car placement accuracy based on written or verbal instructions.

Observe positions of cars passing loading spouts, and swing spouts into the correct positions at the appropriate times.

Seal outlet valves on tank cars, barges, and trucks.

Test samples for specific gravity, using hydrometers, or send samples to laboratories for testing.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailCooperationDependabilityInitiativeConcern for OthersLeadershipIndependencePersistenceIntegrityAchievement/EffortSelf ControlStress Tolerance

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$58,070

per year

Mean Wage

$60,010

per year

Employment

11K

workers

Wage Range

$38,260 - $88,120

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$38,260Median: $58,070$88,120
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