Chemical Plant Technician

Colonial Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Group is hiring a full-time Loader – Switching Technician in Kentucky to support safe and efficient rail transfers. The role combines hands-on loading duties with rail switching tasks and requires strong teamwork and adherence to safety standards.

You will inspect railcars, connect loading hoses, and coordinate with the rail team to plan movements. Training is provided; prior experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Must pass a drug screen, physical and background check
• Must wear PPE and pass any required medical exams
• Communication in English (written and spoken) is required

Responsibilities

• Inspect and visually examine railcars before transfer to ensure mechanical soundness
• Connect or disconnect loading arm hose for product transfer and ensure proper leakage checks
• Plan railcar movements by reading track lists and coordinating with the rail team

Skills

Fluent English

Job description

Loader / Rail Switching Technician

Looking to join a company that values safety, training, and teamwork? PSC Group is hiring a full-time Rail Loader – Switching Technician. This is your opportunity to build a stable, long-term career in the industrial chemical industry with a company that puts its employees first. Join the PSC family today!

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Loader
• Cleans and visually inspects the railcar before transfer to ensure that it is mechanically sound
• Connects or disconnects loading arm hose for transfer of product
• Inspects for any leaks, weighs railcars and completes required paperwork

Rail Switching
• Examines track list to plan railcars to be spotted, separated, loaded, and/or built for shipment
• May operate trackmobile or locomotive to safely move railcars in the plant
• Communicates with rail team members, leadership, and customer contacts

• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

Job Qualifications:
• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver’s License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus