AltaGas

Operator Trainee - TM231

LocationFerndale, WA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$70,720-$70,720

About This Job

Job Description

Following AltaGas' safe work practices and EHS policies, the Operator Trainee will perform tasks under the direct supervision of qualified Operations personnel at the Ferndale Terminal. The Trainee will progress towards qualification for the Operator 4 position, supporting rail and truck unloading/loading operations. Eventually, the Trainee will qualify for the Operator 3 position, handling high-pressure storage and pipeline operations.

This is a unionized position represented by Teamsters Local 231.

Tasks and Responsibilities* Follow all safety protocols, especially around rail equipment and LPG.
Assist higher-level Operators with connecting/disconnecting trucks and railcars for LPG unloading/loading.
Ensure safe and efficient rail and truck loading/offloading; monitor equipment periodically.
Sample and test LPG products from trucks and tank cars.
Perform visual inspections of tank cars.
Complete documents related to tank car inspection, unloading, and loading.
Apply thread sealant to liquid and vapor valve plugs on tank cars during unloading/loading.
Perform general housekeeping in Truck Rack and Rail Rack areas.
Ensure proper storage and use of sampling tubes, sample cylinders, freeze testers, and thermometers.
Assist with safety system and equipment checklists.
Work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
Work as the Dock Assistant, as needed.
Qualify for Operator 4 and Operator 3 positions within the set timeframe.
Earn qualification as a Dock Assistant within the set timeframe.
Complete all required training on time.
Follow all Operating Procedures in their area of responsibility.
Provide support to other Operators and employees, including contract employees.
Maintain tidy operating areas and perform general housekeeping duties.
Check Company email daily and read Daily Notes for information and instructions.
Communicate safety issues, equipment malfunctions, near misses, and incidents to Management promptly.
Learn and gain proficiency with computer software/programs related to process operations and job duties.

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Required:* High School Diploma or GED.

Valid driver’s license.
At least 18 years of age.
Possess or qualify for a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
Ability to read and understand written safety procedures, work procedures, work permits, and instruction manuals.

Preferred:* 1+ years of experience as a process operator or maintenance technician in a marine terminal, refinery, industrial, or plant process setting.

Certificate of Completion or higher in Process Technology from an accredited school or equivalent military certifications.
Record of formal emergency response training within the last 24 months.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions/Requirements* Prioritize safety at all times.

Work in enclosed spaces such as tanks and vaults.
Work near large, high-speed machines operating at extreme temperatures.
Work near chemicals, including acids and bases.
Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (steel-toed boots, hard hat, ear, and eye protection).
Work with petroleum products under high pressure and extreme temperatures.
Climb up to 100 feet, lift up to 50 pounds, and work outside in harsh weather conditions.

Information for Applicants* This position works a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The successful candidate must be able to work overtime as needed.
This is a safety-sensitive position. A pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol test is required.

The hourly rate for this role is $34.45 per hour, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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