Apprentice Terminal Operator

Buckeye Partners•Tampa, FL

75d

About The Position

The Apprentice Terminal Operator learns the overall operation and maintenance of terminal, pipeline, marine, and rail assets, as applicable. The role develops a basic understanding of receiving, delivering, storing, and managing inventory of petroleum products at the field location. The operator trains in maintaining terminal equipment and facilities, handling product movements, following quality and safety procedures, supporting compliance, and responding to operational needs and emergencies. The role requires working independently, maintaining customer service, and supporting terminal operations and special projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
Good communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Availability during non-work hours as required; may need to carry an on-call phone at all times.
Ability to work overtime and weekends or holidays when required, including without notice.
Ability to work with little to no supervision.
Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully and meet productivity standards, maintain regular and punctual attendance, and comply with personnel policies.
Must meet OSHA medical criteria for emergency response.
Ability to spend an average of 70% of work time on one’s feet and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds an average of five times per day.
Ability to climb ladders approximately 50 feet and work safely and comfortably at heights for extended periods.
Must wear fire-retardant clothing and/or personal protective equipment as required.
Subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations.
Commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance, excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills, and ability to work independently with tact, discretion, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Related experience in terminal, pipeline, or marine operations; the posting describes 0–2+ years as preferred.
General understanding of equipment and maintenance for pumps, meters, truck loading racks, and dock facilities.
General knowledge of or experience in the petroleum industry.
Inventory-control and/or accounting background.
Familiarity with computerized inventory-control systems and truck-rack automation systems.
Depending on location, ability to obtain state-specific licenses and/or a Transportation Worker Identification Credential; some sites are subject to port-security regulations.

Responsibilities

Train in maintenance and repair of the terminal loading rack, storage facilities, and related equipment; keep equipment in good working order and the facility in acceptable condition and compliant with company standards.
Learn to receive, store, and distribute petroleum products by pipeline, rail, and marine dock, as applicable, following product movement, measurement, and quality-control procedures.
Learn petroleum terminal regulations and follow environmental regulations, safety directives, and operating procedures, including applicable Coast Guard and local, state, and federal environmental agency requirements.
Inform management of issues requiring attention regarding regulatory compliance, health, safety, security, or the environment.
Maintain good relationships with terminal customers and respond to their inquiries and needs.
After training, respond to terminal, pipeline, rail, and marine emergencies when called upon and participate in annual emergency-response drills.
Operate computer inventory-control systems and participate in investigations of inventory issues.
Become familiar with pipeline operations, handle pipeline product movements at the terminal, and assist with other pipeline duties, such as one-call investigations, where applicable.
Become familiar with marine operations, handle dock product movements at the terminal, and assist with other marine duties as required.
Support the Asset Team in achieving high-performance certification and potentially act as its point person.
Support terminal operations and assist with special projects as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.