Tank Car, Truck, & 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.

On the job, you would:

Seal outlet valves on tank cars, barges, and trucks.
Verify tank car, barge, or truck load numbers to ensure car placement accuracy based on written or verbal instructions.
Start pumps and adjust valves or cables to regulate the flow of products to vessels, using knowledge of loading procedures.

Personality

A3	Your Strengths	Importance	Characteristics of this Career
		87%	Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
		84%	Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
		78%	Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
		74%	Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
		74%	Adaptability/Flexibility - Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
		72%	Concern for Others - Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
		70%	Self-Control - Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
		69%	Independence - Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
		67%	Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
		67%	Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
		63%	Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
		63%	Achievement/Effort - Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
		61%	Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
		60%	Social Orientation - Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
		60%	Leadership - Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
		56%	Innovation - Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

A3	Your Strengths	Importance	Strengths
		100%	Realistic - Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
		67%	Conventional - Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.

A3	Your Strengths	Importance	Values of the Work Environment
		83%	Support - Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
		67%	Independence - Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
		61%	Relationships - Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Aptitude

A3	Your Strengths	Importance	Abilities \| Cognitive, Physical, Personality
		72%	Multilimb Coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
		72%	Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
		69%	Rate Control - The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
		69%	Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
		69%	Far Vision - The ability to see details at a distance.
		66%	Reaction Time - The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
		66%	Depth Perception - The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
		66%	Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
		66%	Perceptual Speed - The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
		66%	Static Strength - The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
		63%	Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
		60%	Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
		56%	Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
		53%	Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
		53%	Stamina - The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
		53%	Extent Flexibility - The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
		53%	Finger Dexterity - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
		53%	Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
		53%	Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
		53%	Speech Recognition - The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
		53%	Speech Clarity - The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

Job Details

Responsibilities

Verify information or specifications.

Monitor vehicle movement or location.

Position material handling equipment.

Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

Monitor loading processes to ensure they are performed properly.

Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement.

Record operational or production data.

Inspect cargo areas for cleanliness or condition.

Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

Connect cables or electrical lines.

Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.

Test materials, solutions, or samples.

Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.

Direct maintenance or repair activities.

Measure the level or depth of water or other liquids.

Clean vessels or marine equipment.

Operate conveyors or other industrial material moving equipment.

Inspect material-moving equipment to detect problems.

Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.

Connect hoses to equipment or machinery.

Mark materials or objects for identification.

Control pumps or pumping equipment.

Weigh materials to ensure compliance with specifications.

Monitor availability of equipment or supplies.

A3	Your Strengths	Importance	Attributes & Percentage of Time Spent
		99%	Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets - How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
		96%	Face-to-Face Discussions - How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
		94%	Outdoors, Exposed to Weather - How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
		94%	Consequence of Error - How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
		93%	Exposed to Contaminants - How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
		91%	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions - How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
		90%	Work With Work Group or Team - How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
		90%	Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable - How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
		88%	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety - How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
		87%	Time Pressure - How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
		87%	Contact With Others - How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
		87%	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate - How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
		86%	Importance of Repeating Same Tasks - How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
		85%	Frequency of Decision Making - How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
		85%	Telephone - How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
		83%	Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls - How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
		82%	Very Hot or Cold Temperatures - How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
		81%	In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment - How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
		81%	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment - How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
		80%	Exposed to High Places - How often does this job require exposure to high places?
		80%	Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection - How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
		79%	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results - What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
		77%	Coordinate or Lead Others - How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
		74%	Electronic Mail - How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
		73%	Freedom to Make Decisions - How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
		73%	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled - How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
		72%	Structured versus Unstructured Work - To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
		70%	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions - How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
		68%	Frequency of Conflict Situations - How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
		67%	Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting - How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
		67%	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results - How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
		66%	Spend Time Standing - How much does this job require standing?
		65%	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions - How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
		64%	Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment - How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
		62%	Spend Time Walking and Running - How much does this job require walking and running?
		62%	Physical Proximity - To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
		54%	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body - How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
		52%	Letters and Memos - How often does the job require written letters and memos?
		51%	Deal With External Customers - How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
		91%	Duration of Typical Work Week - Number of hours typically worked in one week.

A3	Your Strengths	Importance	Tasks & Values
		91%	Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
		89%	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
		85%	Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
		82%	Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
		82%	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
		81%	Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
		81%	Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
		79%	Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
		79%	Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
		78%	Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
		78%	Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
		75%	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
		75%	Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
		71%	Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
		71%	Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
		71%	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
		71%	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
		70%	Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information - Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
		64%	Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
		64%	Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
		61%	Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
		61%	Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
		57%	Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
		57%	Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
		55%	Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
		52%	Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
		52%	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Getting Started

Education:

81%

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)

12%

Less than a High School Diploma

Tank Car, Truck, & Ship Loaders

What they do:

On the job, you would:

Personality

Characteristics of this Career

Strengths

Values of the Work Environment

Aptitude

Abilities | Cognitive, Physical, Personality

Job Details

Attributes & Percentage of Time Spent

Tasks & Values

Getting Started