First seen by our source: 29 days ago
Chemical Operator
@ Chemtrade
Brandon, Manitoba
Overview
Chemtrade is hiring a Chemical Operator in Brandon, MB, on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule of 84 hours every two weeks, with occasional overtime. The work covers truck and railcar loading and unloading, pump, valve and piping operation, mobile equipment use and general plant upkeep. Pay is $38.60/hour, rising to $40.82/hour with a 3rd class Power Engineering ticket, plus benefits under a collective agreement.
Responsibilities:
- Load and unload tank trucks and railcars
- Operate pumps, valves and plant equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment and operational problems
- Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and loaders
- Perform cleaning, upkeep and fire watch duties
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or GED
- 3rd or 4th class Power Engineering ticket or in process
- Plant experience preferred
- Ability to read manuals and schematics
- Computer skills in Microsoft programs and maintenance systems
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · icims
- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 42 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | 3rd class Power Engineering, 4th class Power Engineering |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Chemtrade
Saved company profile
Historical company information from a saved The Jobs API profile (LinkedIn/Crunchbase fields). It is not live-verified; figures may have changed. Missing values remain unknown.
Great partnerships begin with chemistry.
Full company description
Chemtrade is a publicly traded (TSX: CHE.UN) Chemical Manufacturing and Handling Company. With Headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations across North America and Brazil, and over 1.6B in Sales, Chemtrade operates a diversified business providing Industrial Chemicals and services to our customers in the Oil and Gas, Water Treatment, Pulp & Paper, and Food & Beverage industries. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Impact, Growth, and Diversity By joining our team, you will have the chance to be part of a vibrant and growing company. As a company that has grown and continues to grow by acquisition, we offer an exciting work atmosphere and opportunities to make a real impact. Our vision to be a Great Chemical Company is supported through our EPIC values (Excellence in Operations, People First, Integrity and Customers) and our commitment to the Health and Safety of our employees, and the communities we work in through Responsible Care®. Our friendly work environment fosters positive interaction between employees within and throughout our 60+ locations. We treat our employees with fairness and equity, value diversity, and recognize the benefits of an inclusive work environment. Safety is at the core of our culture and something that we never compromise on. At Chemtrade, we take pride in rewarding our employees for their commitment, performance and hard work by offering a variety of programs and services. We offer a comprehensive and very competitive health and wellness program, including medical, dental, paid vacation and a fitness activity subsidy. Our unique culture enables employees to thrive in a supportive and engaging workplace. We offer exciting programs like Employee Recognition and Rewards (CHEers!), and Chemtrade University.
- LinkedIn followers
- 33,214
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,243
- Reported office locations
- 155 Gordon Baker Rd, Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Business categories
- Chemical
- Waste Management
- Industrial
- Commercial
- Food and Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Water
- Other recorded names
- Chemtrade
- Specialties
- Sulphuric acid
- Sodium hydrosulphite (SHS)
- Liquid sulphur dioxide (SO2)
- Sodium chlorate
- Zinc oxide
- and Water treatment chemicals
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 538,209,241
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Chemtrade is a publicly traded (TSX: CHE.UN) Chemical Manufacturing and Handling Company. With Headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations across North America and Brazil, and over 1.6B in Sales, Chemtrade operates a diversified business providing Industrial Chemicals and services to our customers in the Oil and Gas, Water Treatment, Pulp & Paper, and Food & Beverage industries. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Impact…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemical Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Sulphuric acidSodium hydrosulphite (SHS)Liquid sulphur dioxide (SO2)Sodium chlorateZinc oxideand Water treatment chemicals |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
| View page |
Job Description
Position: Chemical Operator(3rd or 4th class Power Engineer)
Primary Location: Brandon, MB
Shift: Rotating shift - 12 hours/day, 84 hours every 2 weeks. Occasional overtime may be required
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Compensation: 38.60$ (no ticket) - 40.82$ (with 3rd class Power Engineering ticket) + benefits as governed by CBA
About This Position and About You
This job is diverse in the mechanical ability to perform general plant operator duties. Work includes tank truck and railcar vessel opening, loading, and unloading, operation of pumps, piping, valves and general plant upkeep and maintenance. This job requires climbing stairs and ladders and lifting (within OSHA guidelines). This job consists of outside elements where radiant heat or cold is normal work environment, and rotating shifts.
Qualification
Knowledge
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- 3rd or 4th Class Power Engineering Ticket (Asset) or in the process of obtaining
Competencies
- Relevant experience in a plant environment performing similar duties is preferred.
- Ability to use computer effectively, Microsoft programs, maintenance management system, e-mail, etc.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturer’s literature, diagrams or schematics.
Responsibilities
- Perform typical operations requirements such as truck loading and unloading, railcar loading and unloading, connecting/disconnecting hoses, operating valves, troubleshooting equipment/operational problems and operating plant equipment as needed.
- Replacement of nuts and bolts in pipe flanges ranging in size from 1” - 48” diameter flanges.
- Operation of the following mobile equipment: Front end loader, Track mobile, Forklifts, and other mobile equipment.
- Cleaning, sweeping, tool room and warehouse inventory, trash removal, digging, weed spraying, shoveling, fire watch and confined space hole attendance/entrant, other duties assigned by Supervisor.
- Physical capability of performing tasks in 40°C ambient temperatures while wearing Personal Protective Equipment
- Protection such as Acid-Resistant approved PVC rain suit (topcoat, bottom pants, rubber boots, gloves, and face shield) and Respirators.
- Must be able to work scheduled rotating 12 hr. shifts with intermittent 14 – 16-hour days for emergency operations/repairs.
- Maintain weekly timesheets in accurate format.
- Follow all plant Rules & Regulations including lack of tardiness and absenteeism.
- Be able to comply with all plant safety rules such as perform tasks utilizing all PPE; maintain and document PPE condition.
- Following all plant safety guidelines such as confined space; high work; management of change; hot work; and operating procedures.
Physical Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- Employee must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination and endurance.
- Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Employee is required to climb multi-level stairs/ladders to perform his duties.
- Employees will be required to wear site designated PPE at all times which includes but not limited to, hard hats, steel toe cap boots, safety specs, safety shields, coveralls, PVC acid resistant suits, hearing protection and an assortment of hand protection.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision.
- Must be physically capable of occasionally spending long hours sitting in an office environment.
- Must be “fit for all the above duties”.
Work Environment
Must be able to perform under the following conditions:
- Access work in awkward or confining workspaces.
- Work in elevated places.
- Work in outdoor environment.
- Work in noisy environment.
- Work in areas that are dusty and have some odor from chemicals and etc.
- Safety is a job requirement.
- Able to work in Adverse Weather Conditions.
Why Chemtrade?
Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results
- Value Unique Qualities: We value each employee’s diverse talents and empower them to share ideas and perspectives
- Celebrate Diversity: We encourage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), allowing employees to share diverse viewpoints.
- Inclusive Environment: ERGs foster a safe and inclusive work environment
- Work-Life Balance: We offer a wide range of family-friendly benefits.
Opportunities at Chemtrade
Join Chemtrade and enjoy a range of key benefits:
- Competitive Salary, paid vacation
- Maternity top up benefits (Canada)
- Flexible work arrangements (Hybrid/Remote options)
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Online training and career development opportunities
- Employer paid premiums
Be a part of a team that supports your growth and well-being!
Learn more about Chemtrade by following us on LinkedIn or Facebook and YouTube: Chemtrade Video.
#chemtrade123
#LI-PRO
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.