Temporary (Fixed Term)
THE POSITION:
Keyera is currently seeking an Operations Technician ( Rail Loading) for our Processing Facility in Sarnia, Ontario . This role will support the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs), with a primary focus on loading and offloading NGL railcars.
The Sarnia Fractionation Facility supports the processing, storage, transportation, and fractionation of NGLs into liquid petroleum gas products, including propane and butane. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a complex NGL fractionation facility, with progressive development toward broader plant operating responsibilities over time.
This is a temporary (12 month) contract opportunity working a 3-on/3-off rotating shift schedule, including days and nights from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Responsibilities
- Safely loading, offloading, connecting, disconnecting, gauging, and sealing NGL railcars in accordance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Verifying railcar numbers, product information, loading instructions, and railcar placement to support safe and accurate product movement.
- Supporting daily rail loading activities, including railcar inspection, preparation, documentation, and coordination with internal teams and external rail partners.
- Monitoring product movement, flow rates, equipment performance, and loading requirements to support safe and efficient operations.
- Performing equipment checks, basic troubleshooting, and routine operational tasks related to loading equipment, pumps, valves, and associated systems.
- Supporting equipment start-up, shutdown, isolation, and safe work activities as training and qualifications progress.
- Maintaining accurate logs, records, reports, and documentation related to loading/offloading activities and facility operations.
- Identifying, escalating, and supporting the resolution of operational, equipment, safety, and environmental concerns.
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area, including rail loading areas, equipment, and facility workspaces.
- Following all site safety standards, operating procedures, regulatory requirements, and company policies, including drug and alcohol, environmental, and process safety requirements.
- Working effectively as part of a team in a dynamic facility environment while also demonstrating the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Participating in training and development activities to build knowledge of NGL fractionation, facility operations, and safe operating practices.
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in rail operations, oil and gas facilities, pipelines, terminals, or a related industrial environment.
- Chemical Production Engineering Technology (CPET) / TSSA Compressor ticket / 4thclass power engineering certification preferred.
- Permanent residency within 100 km of the Sarnia Facility
- A valid driver’s license and ability to provide 5-year standard driver abstract (clean driver’s abstract)
- This role is subject pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing and ongoing compliance with the company’s Drug and Alcohol Policy.
- Previous experience with NGL, LPG, railcar loading, product movement, plant operations, pipeline operations, or terminal operations would be considered an asset.
This posting is for an existing temporary contract vacancy at Keyera’s Sarnia Processing Facility.
Salary: $39.00-$46.00/hour depending on qualifications
At Keyera, hiring decisions are made by people. Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
Jun 15, 2026
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If you are interested in an opportunity to join a winning, purpose-driven culture then you’ll enjoy a career with us.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
