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Terminal Operator

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Complete operational, maintenance, and accounting responsibilities in accordance with established Company standards and governmental regulations.
  • Change filters and valve alignments (manifolds and tanks) inside the terminal property to assure the proper handling, storage, and integrity of products.
  • Maintain inventory and other information by computer and by physically climbing petroleum tanks monthly to gauge and sample products.
  • Perform or assist in preventive and regular maintenance duties keeping terminal equipment (mechanical/electrical) clean and in good working order; respond to callouts to perform trouble shooting or maintenance on facility equipment; ensure all environmental and safety equipment is working properly.
  • Interact with internal and external customers and ensure all Company and safety regulations are followed.
  • Train new customers (truck drives of petroleum products) and ensure they are familiar with our automation, loading equipment, and emergency features.
  • Perform duties of a First Responder in spill or emergency situations.
  • Assist in the maintenance and overall appearance of the terminal, ensuring the upkeep and tidiness of the truck driver's area and warehouse.
  • Understand the operations and limitations of the equipment; perform daily evaluations to ensure its safe and continual service; report any deficiencies when needed to fix issues.
  • Ensure a safe working environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task; properly follow all Company policies and OSHA/EPA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
  • Perform projects and other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Complete operational, maintenance, and accounting responsibilities in accordance with established Company standards and governmental regulations.
  • Change filters and valve alignments (manifolds and tanks) inside the terminal property to assure the proper handling, storage, and integrity of products.
  • Maintain inventory and other information by computer and by physically climbing petroleum tanks monthly to gauge and sample products.
  • Perform or assist in preventive and regular maintenance duties keeping terminal equipment (mechanical/electrical) clean and in good working order; respond to callouts to perform trouble shooting or maintenance on facility equipment; ensure all environmental and safety equipment is working properly.
  • Interact with internal and external customers and ensure all Company and safety regulations are followed.
  • Train new customers (truck drives of petroleum products) and ensure they are familiar with our automation, loading equipment, and emergency features.
  • Perform duties of a First Responder in spill or emergency situations.
  • Assist in the maintenance and overall appearance of the terminal, ensuring the upkeep and tidiness of the truck driver's area and warehouse.
  • Understand the operations and limitations of the equipment; perform daily evaluations to ensure its safe and continual service; report any deficiencies when needed to fix issues.
  • Ensure a safe working environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task; properly follow all Company policies and OSHA/EPA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
  • Perform projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) is required.
  • Experience in terminal operations preferred. Mechanical aptitude is desirable.
  • Sufficient mechanical/equipment knowledge to identify minor problems and fix them, and the ability to effectively communicate with supervisor about other equipment issues that require repair.
  • Excellent organizational skills and time management skills; customer service skills; ability to adjust to multiple demands and priorities.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, take initiative, and problem solve while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions; function effectively as part of a team; ability to work under pressure; communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and the public.
  • Able to work 12-hour shifts, nights, days, weekends, holidays, overtime. Position works 3.5 twelve-hour shifts weekly and rotates sides of the week and days and nights monthly.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required.