Operations Supervisor

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Location: Elko, NV
Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 4:30 AM–4:30 PM (Friday & Saturday Off)
Employment Type: Full?Time, Home Daily
Compensation: Salary + Annual Bonus
Reports To: Regional Manager

About the Role

Velocity Rail Solutions is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor with a Class A CDL (Hazmat/Tanker) to lead daily fueling and rail unloading operations in Elko, NV. This hands?on leadership role combines supervision, safety oversight, fueling operations, and tank car unloading, all while working a consistent schedule and going home daily.

This position is ideal for candidates with industrial, fuel, rail, or heavy?equipment backgrounds who want to lead a small team and maintain a safe, high?performance worksite.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Perform Direct?to?Locomotive fueling.
• Safely unload rail tank cars using hoses, valves, and transfer equipment.
• Conduct pre?unloading inspections, seal checks, and documentation reviews.
• Monitor product flow, pressures, and equipment performance.
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant work areas.
• Complete and submit accurate reports (FAR, BOL, time sheets, receipts, etc.)

Leadership & Training

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Lead monthly safety and communication meetings.
• Ensure employees understand procedures, updates, and expectations.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a culture of Zero Occurrences.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FRA, PPE, and customer safety requirements.
• Participate in safety observations and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Train employees on the Emergency Response and Security Plan.
• Maintain DOT driver qualification files.

Customer Relations

• Maintain strong working relationships with local customers.
• Communicate service updates, scheduling needs, and performance issues.
• Assist with root?cause analysis and corrective action planning.

Equipment & Asset Management

• Develop Equipment Specialists at the site.
• Ensure backup equipment remains operational.
• Track and schedule maintenance in Zendu.
• Maintain equipment service records and documentation.

Minimum Requirements

• Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• Two or more years of supervisory or management experience.
• Must live in or be willing to relocate to the Elko, NV area.
• Ability to pass all background checks and drug testing.
• Basic computer skills; intermediate preferred.
• Must be dependable, safety?focused, and able to work independently.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be available to respond to emergencies when required.

Physical Requirements

• Lift 50+ lbs.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Climb railcars and work on uneven surfaces.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb onto elevated areas.
• Walk long distances in an industrial rail yard.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fuel handling, rail operations, chemical unloading, or industrial environments.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials procedures.
• Familiarity with pumps, valves, and transfer equipment.

Work Environment

• Industrial rail yard environment with exposure to noise, heavy equipment, and fuel/chemical products.
• PPE required and provided.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.