Terminal Operator-Bronx, NY

Sprague•Bronx, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Terminal Operator works as part of a team alongside leadership to optimize terminal efficiency while prioritizing safety. The role involves operating a petroleum terminal, including receiving and managing liquid petroleum barge deliveries, transferring product between tanks, assisting customers with product loading, performing preventive maintenance, providing customer service, and maintaining the terminal. Work is primarily outdoors in a maritime environment, and occasional travel to other Sprague terminals may be required. On-the-job training is provided, with opportunities to apply for promotional positions throughout the terminal network.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in basic math, including fractions.
Basic computer knowledge.
Must pass the New York City Fire Department Certificate of Fitness test.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record, which must be maintained.
Must have or be able to obtain a valid TWIC card.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Able to meet demanding physical activity and strength requirements, including frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, traversing slopes, grasping and handling, constantly lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, and constantly pulling up to 75 pounds.
Able to work with frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, noise, fumes, odors, and slippery surfaces.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of mechanical trades.
Knowledge of blueprint reading, piping diagrams, and boiler and fuel specifications.
Past experience in bulk fuel storage plants.

Responsibilities

Load and offload vessels and monitor product movement.
Assist rack customers by explaining paperwork and proper loading procedures to drivers.
Gauge 15 oil tanks daily, at least once per day; tank heights reach up to 65 feet.
Test product samples in the terminal laboratory.
Enter and track inventory information daily in the Guardian system.
Complete two on-foot Detex rounds per shift, covering 33 security checkpoints.
Maintain and repair storage tanks, the dock, and the loading rack, including draining loading arms, cleaning strainers, and installing pump sets.
Perform general facilities maintenance, including snowplowing, shoveling, painting, yard cleanup, and mechanical maintenance of vehicles.

Benefits

Medical benefits available on the first day of employment.
Dental benefits available on the first day of employment.
Vision benefits available on the first day of employment.
401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with a 100% employer match on the initial 6% employee contribution.
Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic 2.6% employer contribution.
Choice of high-deductible and PPO health plans.
Wellness program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off.
Gym membership benefits.