Terminal Operator I

Colonial Group•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Terminal Operator I performs daily terminal operations, including loading and unloading tank cars, tank trucks, and ocean-going vessels; tank-to-tank transfers; blending; product quality monitoring; and storage capacity calculations. The role operates valves and pumps, checks tank levels manually or through automated gauging systems, and installs or removes manways, blind flanges, hoses, piping, and pumps as needed. The operator records product transfers and completes shift documentation, inspects tanks and equipment, monitors self-loading racks, and helps train and qualify drivers. Duties also include weighing or metering tank trucks, preparing and checking tickets and bills of lading, troubleshooting equipment, notifying management of operational or equipment issues, and performing painting, weed control, landscaping, and housekeeping. The operator is expected to maintain a strong focus on personal, workplace, asset, and public safety and may participate in special projects as requested. This position has four operator levels. Level 1 is entry level and works under close supervision while learning basic duties and completing required Operator Qualifications. Level 2 has passed those qualifications and can perform basic duties without supervision. Level 3 requires at least two years of satisfactory Level 2 performance or equivalent experience and includes self-direction, troubleshooting, leadership, teamwork, and mentoring. Level 4 requires at least three years of satisfactory Level 3 performance or equivalent experience and involves expert knowledge, independent judgment, consistent high performance, and setting a professional example.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must pass and maintain all applicable Operator Qualification requirements.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Working knowledge of piping, valves, and tanks.
Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in elevated work areas, and to climb ladders while using proper safety procedures.
Ability to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, push, pull, and perform other physical activities throughout the workday.
Ability to frequently push and pull equipment, materials, and other items.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing under and over 20 pounds as required.

Nice To Haves

Technical training and/or college education.
Experience with storage tank operations, including SCADA, tank gauging, and loading and unloading equipment.
Prior experience requiring mechanical aptitude and skill.
Experience with light mechanical, electrical, or electronic maintenance.
For Operator Level 3, at least two years of satisfactory Level 2 performance or equivalent experience.
For Operator Level 4, at least three years of satisfactory Level 3 performance or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Load and unload tank cars, tank trucks, and ocean-going vessels; conduct tank-to-tank transfers and blending operations.
Monitor products for quality as required.
Manually operate tank and pump valves, including opening and closing tank fill-line valves before and after deliveries.
Check above-ground tank capacity by manual gauging or automated tank-level gauging systems; calculate and monitor storage capacity.
Install or remove manways, blind flanges, portable hoses, piping, and pumps as required.
Record product-transfer activities accurately, legibly, and promptly, and complete shift documentation.
Visually inspect tanks, pumping and receiving equipment, and loading racks during shifts; identify and document operational problems.
Monitor self-loading rack operations and train or qualify drivers to use terminal loading and unloading equipment.
Weigh or meter tank trucks as directed, check and prepare meter tickets, and prepare bills of lading for drivers.
Troubleshoot loading racks, pumps, and motors.
Notify management promptly about equipment abnormalities or failures, operating inconsistencies, errors, and product quality issues.
Perform painting, weed control, landscaping, housekeeping, and other assigned maintenance activities.
Maintain a high regard for personal safety and the safety of company assets, employees, and the public.
Participate in special projects and other assignments as requested by management.
Complete and maintain applicable Operator Qualification requirements and meet performance standards for advancement between operator levels.
At higher operator levels, troubleshoot, demonstrate leadership and teamwork, contribute operational ideas, and train or mentor less experienced operators.