Job Type: RegularPlains Midstream Canada (PMC) is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). PMC also operates strategically-located facilities for crude oil and NGL storage, separates NGL from natural gas and fractionates NGL into pure liquid petroleum gas (LPG) products, including propane and butane.Fueled by our strong leadership team and a dedicated employee base, combined with our expertise in marketing, logistics and our asset base, PMC is well-positioned to provide our customers with flexible, value-added services now and in the future.Our Operations department is a talented group of professionals who are committed to conducting our business in a manner that ensures the safety and security of the public, our employees and contractors, our assets and the environment. We want consistent and predictable operations done the right way, every time.Plains currently is looking to fill a Rail Loader vacancy at our Dewdney Terminal near Regina, SK. As a member of the Regina Operations Team, your duties will include, but are not limited to, performing daily railcar loading activities at the Dewdney Terminal in accordance with company standards, policies, and procedures. In addition, you will be performing trade and / or other duties as required based on your qualifications.This is a position that requires shift work on a rotating, 12-hour basis. Overtime is expected.Permanent residency within 120 km of the Dewdney Terminal is a condition of employment and preference will be given to local candidates.Plains provides a competitive wage and top tier group benefit plan for employees and their eligible dependents. New employees are eligible to participate on the first day of employment.Responsibilities:
Ensure adherence to safety standards in accordance with company policy and legislated requirements.
Verify railcar numbers with loading instructions to ensure accurate placement of cars.
Connect, disconnect, gauge, and seal LPG railcars as the loading process requires.
Perform railyard switching operations required to position railcars at various stages of the operation.
Interact with CP and Plains staff regarding receipt, inspection, and shipment of railcars.
Perform mechanical troubleshooting for respective loading equipment; perform pump and valve maintenance.
Perform safety system testing and periodic inspection/calibration of equipment.
Understand the flow rates of product in conjunction with car loading and movement to meet daily loading requirements.
Provide project support as required based on trade qualifications.
Qualifications:
Certified Interprovincial Journeyperson—Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Electrician, and/or Instrumentation and Control Technician
Power engineering certification considered an asset
Certified line locator considered an asset
1–3 years of previous loading or rail operations experience preferred but not required.
Able to read and interpret P&IDs considered an asset
Able to lift 50 lbs., climb stairs / ladders / work at heights, and work outside in inclement weather conditions
Strong safety orientation
Able to confidently and accurately calculate figures and amounts related to proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Self-starter with a strong sense of responsibility and ability to work with minimal supervision
Proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
Cleared pre-employment rail medical fit test
Compliance with the Company’s requirement to be clean shaven to ensure proper fit of emergency PPE
Compliance with the #Plains drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing
Our employees drive our success. At Plains, hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep you safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver exceptional results to our stakeholders while also respecting our employees’ need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our great . As part of our goal to be an employer of choice, Plains is also committed to doing business in a sustainable and responsible manner. To learn more about our Sustainability and ESG (environmental, social and governance) initiatives, read our 2021 .Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process.All applicants not chosen for an interview shall have all personal information permanently deleted or disposed of with the exception of their resume, which will be kept on file in the event that another suitable position becomes available.
