Intermodal Equipment Operator
- $18.82 p/hour
- Logistics, Transport & Distribution
- Full-time
- intermodal equipment operator
- container handling
- hostler operator
The Intermodal Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating specialized equipment to load, unload, and move shipping containers within an intermodal yard. This full-time role requires physical stamina, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with yard personnel to ensure timely freight movement. The position offers paid training, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for long-term advancement in a logistics environment.
Launch Your Career with ConGlobal
ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key role in our global supply chain operations. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or gain new skills, this role offers paid training, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term advancement opportunities.
📍 Location: 2101 Hill Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43607 United States
💲 Starting Pay:
- Apprentice (No Experience): $18.82/hour
- Journeyman (With Experience): $20.93/hour
🕐 Status: Full-Time | Immediate Hire
🕔 Schedule: Open availability required, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities:
About the Role:
As an Intermodal Equipment Operator (also known as a Terminal Operator), you'll play a critical role in the safe and efficient movement of shipping containers within our intermodal yard. You’ll operate specialized equipment—such as hostlers, cranes, top loaders, and side loaders—to load, unload, and relocate containers as part of our daily logistics operations. Your work ensures containers are handled accurately and safely, keeping freight moving on time.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate heavy equipment to load and unload shipping containers from railcars and trucks.
Drive hostlers to position containers and chassis within the yard.
Use top loaders, side loaders, and/or cranes to stack, move, and organize containers.
Perform equipment inspections before and after use to ensure operational safety.
Communicate with yard personnel and supervisors to coordinate moves and tasks.
Maintain a safe work environment by following established protocols and procedures.
- Previous experience operating heavy equipment or machinery in a logistics or industrial environment preferred
- Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
- Basic communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs both off and on railcars
- Valid driver’s license
- Must pass a pre-employment background verification, physical and drug screening
- The Federal Rail Administration sets and enforces safety regulations and standards for railroad operations. Use of cannabis is strictly prohibited. If applicable for the position you are applying to, and if you are offered the position, you will have to take and pass a drug screen.
- Open availability
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in intermodal or rail yard operations.
Familiarity with container handling equipment such as hostlers, top loaders, or cranes.
CDL or equipment certifications a plus, but not required.
We offer competitive pay, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k), paid training, career advancement and more.
ITS ConGlobal ("ITSC") is North America’s leading operator of intermodal, finished vehicle, and depot service terminals. With operations in over 120 locations across the US, Mexico, and Costa Rica and more than 50 years of industrial experience, ITSC serves as the industry’s go-to experts in terminal operations. ITSC’s service and product offerings anchor on complementing specialized industrial equipment operations with advanced, technology-enabled systems and processes.




