Grain Operations Specialist - Entry Level

Colonial Group; Vermilion; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Vermilion, AB, is seeking an Operations Assistant (Level 1) to support safe, efficient grain handling at the G3 Vermilion facility. The role focuses on safety, reliability of operations, and strong customer interactions with farmers, drivers, and partners.

You will learn grain handling procedures, operate PLC-enabled equipment, and work with team members to meet changing priorities in a busy terminal environment.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety procedures, site policies, and timely work.
• Clear and respectful communication with team, customers, and partners.
• Willingness to learn grain handling procedures and PLC systems.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in grain operations.
• Asset: Knowledge of grain grading.
• Asset: Experience with grain cleaning operations.
• Asset: Familiarity with grain handling equipment.
• Asset: Previous elevator or terminal experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive grain by truck, including weighing loads and collecting required documentation.
• Collect grain samples and assist with grain quality assessment and cleaning activities.
• Bin, transfer, monitor, and ship grain while following safety and quality requirements.
• Operate terminal control systems, PLCs, and other equipment as trained.
• Support rail car and locomotive-related activities as trained.
• Provide timely, respectful service to farmers, drivers, customers, and partners.
• Communicate effectively with team and stakeholders to support safe operations.
• Follow EH&S policies and maintain clean, organized facilities.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Colonial Group in Vermilion, AB, is seeking an Operations Assistant (Level 1) to support safe, efficient grain handling at the G3 Vermilion facility. The role focuses on safety, reliability of operations, and strong customer interactions with farmers, drivers, and partners.

You will learn grain handling procedures, operate PLC-enabled equipment, and work with team members to meet changing priorities in a busy terminal environment.