Operator - Liquid Bulk Handling (Finance)

Position Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
•Operate a liquid storage terminal consisting of a tank farm, dock, truck transfer rack, and rail car loading yard, as well as monitor pipeline operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Assist in the loading / offloading of Tank Trucks and Railcars.
•Assist in connections within the facility and docks.
•Maintain a clean work environment.
•Assist in Squeegee operations.
•Identify Air / Water / Nitrogen and steam hoses.
•Identify Air / Water / Nitrogen and steam lines.
•Basic knowledge of check valves / bleed valves and regulators.
•Operate portable pumps.
•Properly label and record sample containers.
•Properly sample Trucks / Railcars / Tanks Etc.
•Properly secure and seal Trucks / Railcars / Containers Etc.
•Properly Purge / Blow / Pig product lines.
•Able to follow all instructions on the Plant Operating Orders.
•Complete all dates / times Etc. on the Plant Operating Orders.
•Assist in the "Return to service "checklist.
•Gauge Tanks / Trucks / Railcars / Containers
•Apply steam to Tanks / Railcars Etc.
•Check and document Tank temps.
•Participate, train, and operate according to our Safety, Quality, and Environmental (SQE) policies, procedure, and culture.
•Properly mark, maintain, and inspect hazard and non-hazard waste drums or accumulation storage drums.
•Receive training on facility contingency plan, fire extinguishers, evacuation routes, emergency procedures, communication systems, alarms, container management rules and other RCRA laws pertaining to proper managing of waste.
•Complete all EHS training as required. (HAZWOPER, RCRA, HAZ-MAT, DOT, Confined Space, etc.)
•Additional duties as it relates to hazardous waste management such as:
•Assist in spill control and clean-up.
•Containerizing waste after spill.
•Proper marking of waste container as to nonhazardous or hazardous.
•Inspecting waste containers' integrity to check for leaks.
•All other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION:
•High School Diploma or Equivalent

EXPERIENCE/SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:
•At least six (6) months experience in liquid terminal operations or similar industrial setting.
•Previous experience with ship, or barge loading and unloading.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
•Ability to possess a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card.
•Ability to become a member of the facility Emergency Response Team, including successfully passing
•Industrial Firefighting School and Confined Space Rescue Training.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
•Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
•Basic computer skills.
•Ability to clearly communicate both orally and written.

PHYSICAL DEMAND;
•Ability to pass a respirator fit test.
•Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen.
•Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
•Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
•Ability to perform tasks while wearing a full face respirator or supplied air.
•Must be willing to work over water (dock).
•Must be willing to work in protected areas at heights up to 45 feet above ground.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
•Ability to work in all weather conditions.
•Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime when needed; including holidays and weekends.
•Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor, keep required work schedule, focus on attention to details, and follow work rules.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
•Previous chemical, refining, or terminaling experience is preferred.
•O.S.H.A. Certification not required, but a plus.
•Prior experience in pipeline operations a plus but not required.
•Prior experience in dock operations a plus but not required.
•Prior experience operating heavy equipment a plus, but not required.
•Prior experience with river barge discharging operations a plus, but not required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.