Terminal Operator (Unionized)

Commercial Hamilton, Ontario


Description

Position at Parkland Corporation

Competitive Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value.

  • A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go
  • Save on gas at stations across Canada, including Chevron, Fas Gas, Ultramar, and Pioneer

The Opportunity:

This position ensures that all products are loaded or unloaded safely and efficiently and performs work as instructed by supervisors functioning as a team member with other operations personnel in accordance with the company procedures and policies.

Responsibilities:

  • Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E (Safety, Health and Environment) principles and values; champions safety as necessary
  • Opens and closes valves by hand or by use of computer for valves with remote operation
  • Ensures correct tank lineup for various receipt and delivery operations; performs tank gauging and temperature verification; completes associated paperwork
  • Reviews operation orders for errors; verifies proper backup, tank selection and suitability of equipment or material
  • Loads and unloads railroad tank cars, trucks and ships and barges as assigned
  • Loosens or tightens bolts manually using large wrenches; walks on docks, hooks up and releases hoses; positions mechanical load arm or connects product hoses; reviews and completes documentation; monitors gauges; adjusts flow rates; follows written or oral instructions
  • Ascends and descends ladders and stairs to manually gauge tanks
  • Reviews operations procedures for new and existing systems; participates in start-ups; makes recommendations for the system that enhance performance and safety
  • Trouble-shoots pumps, meters, heating systems, nitrogen operations
  • Ensures optimal equipment performance; reports deficiencies to supervisor
  • Responds rapidly and appropriately to emergencies following safety guidelines and procedures
  • Cleans truck stations by scraping and sweeping; cleans and realigns pipe lines; performs miscellaneous cleaning activities as assigned
  • Participates in and completes all assigned training programs
  • Understands and ensures all work performed meets provincial and local requirements as well as Company safety, health, and environmental standards
  • Trains regularly provincial and local environmental regulations, requirements and guidelines related to his/her function
  • When is required assumes the delegated responsibilities of the supervisor in his absence with the authorization of the Operations Head
  • Conducts hands-on training for operators as assigned; advises supervisor of trainee progress; completes training documentation
  • Performs other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Operations Head that fall within the generally expected scope of this position

Education:

  • High school Diploma in an appropriate field
  • College courses in a program related to our industry; i.e. mechanics, industrial, chemicals, etc.

Requirements:

  • Experience in terminal operations preferred but not required.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in an industrial environment
  • Ability to follow written instructions and job guidelines
  • Basic computer knowledge including database systems and other programs and applications used at the location
  • Ability to multi-task, and follow up on assignments
  • Ability to work rotating shifts when required (Day ∕ Night ∕ Weekend)

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required. Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We Want You To Shine:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters. Because You Do:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Affinity Networks help us activate enterprise-wide strategies that power a proactive culture of diversity, equity, inclusions, and ultimately – belonging.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print:

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.