Chemical Loader

VENTURA TRANSFER COMPANY•El Centro, CA

5d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Ventura Transfer Company, with over 150 years of experience, is a premier provider in the transportation and transloading of bulk commodities, serving leaders in industries such as Electric Vehicles, Space, Food, Alcohol, and Medical Care. Our Chemical Loaders are responsible for transloading (transferring) hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals from railcars to tanker trucks. This role is crucial to the supply chain and requires strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and a high level of safety consciousness. If you enjoy working outdoors and want to play a pivotal role in the supply chain, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with us.

Requirements

Able to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
Extremely accurate and detail oriented.
Able to read and interpret complex paperwork and other data, such as chemical names, order numbers, and rail car numbers.
Able to multi-task, tracking several activities at once.
Able to handle shifting priorities and constantly changing conditions.
Able to work effectively on flexible and varying work schedules.
Team player. Able to get along well with coworkers, drivers, and supervisors.
Operates with a Safety Orientation. Uses all protective equipment all the time, follows SOP’s, and manages risks so that incidents are prevented.
High energy level and high level of initiative.
Mechanical ability – able to perform basic repairs on boilers, compressors, valves, and other equipment.
Able to safely use basic hand tools.
Trustworthy, honest, reliable.
Able to operate autonomously for long periods of time with minimal contact with supervisors.
Must possess a valid Class C Drivers’ license and a driving record without an excessive number of accidents and/or convictions for moving violations.
Must be insurable to operate company vehicles.
Successful work experience demonstrating a strong work ethic.
Able to lift and carry heavy hoses, fittings, and other equipment weighing 100 pounds.
Able to crawl underneath as well as climb on top of rail cars and tankers.
Able to stand for long periods.
Able to connect heavy 20 foot long by 6 inch wide hoses to underside of railcars and to tanker trucks.
Able to operate valves that at times may be corroded and difficult to open and close.
Able to work out-of-doors and to tolerate extreme weather conditions, such as rain, heat, or cold.

Responsibilities

Use VTC equipment to transload liquid products from rail cars to tank trucks and shipping containers.
Complete loads on time, accurately, and on schedule.
Operate equipment such as pick up trucks, boilers, and compressors.
Maintain inventory of loading equipment, such as fittings, compressors, and pumps, keeping it clean and in good order.
Schedule maintenance for equipment as needed.
Follow all SOPs and work order instructions to make sure loads are completed correctly and safely without contamination, spills, or other incidents.
Use various measuring equipment to load correct volumes.
Read and interpret paperwork, such as load orders, accurately.
Maintain accurate records of work and transmit records to corporate office for billing and accounting purposes.
Communicate work schedules with other departments.
Other duties as assigned.