Rail Operator

Energy Transfer•Epping, ND

About The Position

The Rail Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating and maintaining rail equipment, track, and switches. The role supports the safe transfer of crude oil and petroleum products to and from shore tankage, tanker trucks, and railcars in compliance with federal, state, and company regulations, procedures, guidelines, and policies. The position also involves maintaining facility equipment and work areas, documenting inspections, and identifying and addressing safety, environmental, and regulatory concerns.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current, valid driver's license.
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic math and PC skills.
Knowledge of CFR-DOT regulations pertaining to hazardous-material shipments.
Knowledge of transloading, rail terminals, railcar movers, or locomotives.
Knowledge of AAR and FRA standards, policies, and regulations.
Level C: 0–2 years of relevant experience in midstream operations or equivalent work experience.
Level B: 2–4 years of relevant experience in midstream operations or equivalent work experience.
Level A: 4 or more years of relevant experience in midstream operations or equivalent work experience.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate all ND assets while protecting employees, the public, the environment, company assets, and customer assets.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies, procedures, and operational safety principles.
Maintain cleanliness of loading equipment and work areas.
Perform and legibly document pre- and post-loading railcar inspections, including heels, loading volumes, outages, weights, seal numbers, and stenciling information, to meet hazardous-material shipping requirements.
Connect and disconnect railcar loading equipment using hoses, grounding cables, loading arms, valves, pneumatic and manual hand tools, and torque wrenches.
Enter railcar information accurately into the flow computer (micro-load) system.
Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks and coordinate with other departments to maintain safe, continuous product flow.
Operate rail equipment according to company procedures, applicable regulations, and limited-use agreements with Class 1 railroads.
Add or remove railcars as needed to meet outbound train tenders.
Stage and secure railcars for inbound and outbound switches and railcar repairs.
Perform general maintenance on field and facility equipment.
Inspect and maintain facility track, track switches, switch stands, and road crossings, and report abnormalities or safety concerns to the shift supervisor.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and reports, including railcar and consumable inventories, inspection reports, incident reports, and potential hazard or near-miss reports.
Maintain safe and clean facility buildings, equipment, and surrounding areas; remove and dispose of trash, perform grounds maintenance, and complete repairs as directed.
Identify, report, and correct safety, environmental, and regulatory concerns in accordance with company policy and procedure.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by a supervisor or manager.