Rail Loader

Plains 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. 

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment. 

Plains is currently looking to hire a temporary Rail Loader at our Dewdney Terminal near Regina, SK. As a member of the Regina Operations Team within Unifor Local 745, the successful candidate’s 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. If qualified, you may be required to perform trade-related duties as necessary to support operational needs.

This is a position that requires shift work on a rotating, 12-hour basis. Overtime is expected. Expected term of this temporary position is 6 months and will be eligible for our basic benefits plan – medical and dental coverage for you and your dependents.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring adherence to safety standards in accordance with company policy and legislated requirements.
• Verifying railcar numbers with loading instructions to ensure accurate placement of cars.
• Connecting, disconnecting, gauging, and sealing LPG railcars as the loading process requires.
• Performing railyard switching operations required to position railcars at various stages of the operation.
• Interacting with CP and Plains staff regarding receipt, inspection, and shipment of railcars.
• Performing mechanical troubleshooting for respective loading equipment; performing pump and valve maintenance.
• Safety system testing and periodic inspection/calibration of equipment.
• Understanding the flow rates of product in conjunction with car loading and movement to meet daily loading requirements.
• Providing project support as required based on trade qualifications.

Qualifications:

• Certified Interprovincial Journeyperson—Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Electrician, and/or Instrumentation and Control Technician considered an asset.
• Power engineering certification considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs considered an asset.
• 1–3 years of previous loading or rail operations experience preferred but not required.
• Strong safety orientation.
• Ability 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.
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

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 benefits program. 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, visit our dedicated Sustainability page.

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. 

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