Terminal Operator

BWC Terminal Holdings•Stockton, CA

About The Position

The Terminal Operator safely and efficiently unloads, loads, and blends hazardous and non-hazardous liquid products to or from storage tanks, railcars, trucks, vessels, barges, and other means used at the terminal. The operator follows operating policies and procedures, completes work in a quality-conscious manner, and meets or exceeds supervisor expectations. The role also includes assisting with tank-to-tank transfers and blends, performing or assisting with terminal maintenance and housekeeping, completing required paperwork, and communicating professionally with coworkers, customers, and visitors. Employees must comply with applicable health, safety, environmental, security, regulatory, and company requirements; complete required training; and promptly report injuries, illnesses, spills, releases, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions. Work is often outdoors, with approximately 90% of the workday spent outdoors and approximately 90% involving standing, bending, stooping, walking, or climbing. Conditions may include varied weather, noise, fumes, grease, oil, odors, and exposure to cleaning chemicals, paints, glues, and solvents. The job involves climbing ladders 15–65 feet high, walking on elevated walkways, docks, railcars, and tanks, and accessing confined areas and railcar bottoms. Frequent lifting or exertion of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting or exertion of more than 50 pounds are required.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
0–2 years of terminal operator experience.
Minimum experience in equipment maintenance; on-the-job training is acceptable.
Valid driver's license.
Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card.
Basic computer skills.
Customer service focus.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or rotating 8-hour or 12-hour shifts as determined by terminal management.
Ability to become certified to operate a motor vehicle, track mobile, forklift, boiler, and similar equipment.
Ability to wear required safety equipment, including a full-face respirator, safety shoes, goggles, gloves, personal flotation devices, fall protection, chemical-resistant suits, steel-toe safety shoes, and location-specific flame-retardant outerwear.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to connect pipelines, hoses, drop tubes, safety cages, and similar equipment.
Ability to perform basic math and read and complete documents and paperwork pertaining to hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and their transfer, handling, and storage.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, change duties throughout the day, and work with various individuals.
Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with staff and customers.
Ability to work independently with general direction from a supervisor.
Ability to perform the role in support of the company's mission and in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations, especially safety regulations.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, carry, reach, use hands to handle tools and equipment, and communicate.
Ability to climb ladders 15–65 feet high, walk on elevated walkways, docks, railcars, and tanks, and access confined areas and railcar bottoms.
Ability to kneel, bend, crawl, crouch, push, pull, lift, or twist.
Ability to frequently lift or exert up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or exert more than 50 pounds.
Close vision at 20 inches or less and vision at greater than 3 feet.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently load, unload, and blend hazardous and non-hazardous products in trucks and railcars.
Complete loading and unloading in accordance with established operational procedures.
Complete paperwork accurately and in compliance with regulations.
Assist with tank-to-tank transfers and product blends by gauging tanks, opening appropriate valves, and turning on pumps.
Perform or assist with preventive and regular terminal maintenance and general housekeeping.
Use heavy equipment, hoses, and similar items.
Communicate professionally and appropriately with coworkers and visitors.
Identify problems, use judgment to find appropriate solutions, and follow through on resolving issues promptly.
Support team efforts, cooperate with others, and learn from team members.
Report to work on time and prepared to perform assigned duties as workload requires.
Comply with applicable regulatory and company health, safety, environmental, and security requirements.
Complete required training and perform duties safely and in an environmentally sound manner.
Immediately report injuries, illnesses, environmental spills or releases, and unsafe acts or conditions to supervision.
Work as part of the Terminal Security Force.