Terminal Operator

BWC Terminals•Stockton, CA

23h•$26 - $34

About The Position

The Terminal Operator is responsible for safely, efficiently, and conscientiously loading and unloading hazardous and non-hazardous liquid products to and from storage tanks, railcars, trucks, vessels, barges, and other equipment used at the terminal. The operator follows established operating policies and procedures and works to meet or exceed supervisor expectations. Duties also include product blending and transfers, documentation, terminal maintenance and housekeeping, and compliance with health, safety, environmental, and security requirements. The position requires frequent outdoor work in varied weather and exposure to noise, fumes, grease, oil, odors, cleaning chemicals, paints, glues, and solvents. Approximately 90% of the workday is spent outdoors, and approximately 90% involves standing, bending, stooping, walking, or climbing. Work includes navigating ladders, elevated walkways, docks, railcars, tanks, and confined areas, and may require lifting or exerting more than 50 pounds occasionally.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
0–2 years of terminal operator experience; on-the-job training is acceptable for the minimum equipment maintenance experience requirement.
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 and 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 flame-retardant outerwear where applicable.
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 concerning 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 varied individuals.
Ability to maintain professional interactions and effective working relationships with staff and customers.
Ability to work independently with general direction from a supervisor.
Ability to perform duties in accordance with company mission, policies, procedures, and regulations, especially safety regulations.
Ability to work as part of the Terminal Security Force.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, carry, reach, handle tools and equipment, and communicate by talking and hearing.
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 frequently, including lifting or exerting up to 25 pounds frequently and more than 50 pounds occasionally.
Required close vision of 20 inches or less and vision ability at distances greater than 3 feet.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently load, unload, and blend hazardous and non-hazardous products in trucks and railcars.
Perform loading and unloading according to established operational procedures.
Complete paperwork accurately and in compliance with regulations.
Assist with tank-to-tank transfers and product blending by gauging tanks, aligning valves, and operating pumps.
Perform or assist with preventive and routine 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 determine 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; work safely and in an environmentally sound manner; and promptly report injuries, illnesses, spills, releases, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned.