Rail Car Loader Job

SGS is the worlds leading inspection, verification, testing and Certification Company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With over 70'000 employees, SGS operates a network of more than 1,000 offices and laboratories around the world. In Canada, we presently have a staff of over 1,800 employees in more than 50 locations from coast-to-coast. We have the following opening based out of our offices in Edmonton, Alberta:

This position will require personnel to load and unload rail cars, trucks or other various vehicles and connect/disconnect liquid petroleum or other product cargo hoses from rail cars, tank trucks or storage tanks.

•Match loading schedule to bill of lading.
•Weigh rail car and/or truck in adherence to specific load instructions.
•Fill out loading record.
•Insure that truck/rail car is positioned at proper loading rack.
•Visually inspect the rail car or truck to be involved in the upcoming transfer in order to ensure that everything is mechanically sound and there is no defective equipment before loading or unloading.
•Connection of load arms/hoses/ground straps.
•Check for the last product contained.
•Load rail car/truck according to loading instructions using gauges and/or strapping tables.
•Insure that outages, or, innages do not exceed DOT certification for the particular vessel being loaded.
•Check weight of rail car/truck after loading to ensure that gross weight is not exceeded.
•Communicate with facility supervisor on any problems as they occur.
•Disconnect loading arm/hose and inspect for any leaks prior to releasing the rail car/truck.
•Secure the T/C or TIT as per procedure/regulation.
•Complete appropriate paperwork/documentation.
•Any other duties that may be assigned in order to complete the assigned task.

•Site Leader, Departmental Supervisor or Manager

•Minimum of a High School Diploma or a General Educational Development equivalency (GED) is required.
•At least 1 year’s experience in a production or manufacturing role.
•Previous experience in a Petroleum Refinery field would be a strong asset.
•Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime.
•Visually acuity requirements include colour, depth perception and field of vision.
•Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

For candidates who meet these pre-requisites, SGS offers a stimulating professional environment and a very competitive compensation package.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

SGS is the World's Leading Inspection, Testing, Verification & Certification Company.

SGS Canada is an Employment Equity Employer

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