Chemical Plant Technician (Experience preferred)

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

Job summary

PSC Group is hiring a full-time Loader – Switching Technician in Baytown, TX. The role involves inspecting railcars, connecting hoses, weighing cars, and ensuring safe transfer of product.

It also covers planning railcar movements, operating track equipment, and coordinating with team members and customers. On-the-job training is provided, with emphasis on safety and procedures, and candidates must pass pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training available.
• May require a valid Driver’s License or TWIC card depending on location.
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical and background check.
• Speak, write, read fluent English.
• On-site attendance and punctuality required.
• Previous military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean and visually inspect railcar before transfer.
• Connect or disconnect loading arm hose for transfer of product.
• Inspect for leaks, weigh railcars, and complete required paperwork.
• Plan railcars to be spotted, separated, loaded, and built for shipment.
• Operate trackmobile or locomotive to safely move railcars in the plant.
• Communicate with rail team members, leadership, and customer contacts.
• Complete any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Tools

Driver's License

TWIC Card

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