Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders
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.
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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.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | - | - | - |
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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
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