Terminal Operator

Colonial Group•Savannah, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves daily operational duties including manual loading and unloading of various transport methods (tank-cars, tank-trucks, ocean-going vessels), tank-to-tank transfers, and blending operations. The operator will monitor product quality, manually operate valves and pumps, and manage tank fill lines. Responsibilities include checking tank storage capacity using manual gauging or automated systems, calculating and monitoring storage capacity, and installing/removing equipment like man-ways, blind-flanges, hoses, pipes, and pumps. Accurate and timely input of product transfer activities and reports is essential. The operator will visually inspect tanks, pumping and receiving equipment, and loading racks to identify operational problems and complete associated shift documentation. They will monitor self-loading rack operations, train and qualify drivers on terminal equipment, and weigh or meter tank-trucks, ensuring accurate paperwork. Troubleshooting of loading racks, pumps, and motors is required, along with timely communication of any equipment abnormalities, failures, or quality issues to management. Additional duties include painting, weed control, landscaping, and general housekeeping. A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining personal safety, company assets, employees, and the general public. Participation in special projects and assignments as requested by management is also expected.

Requirements

Must pass and maintain all applicable Operator Qualification requirements
Operator Level 1: entry level no prior experience, works under close supervision, must learn the basics and pass required Operator Qualifications within acceptable time frame
Operator Level 2: has passed Operator Qualifications and has ability to perform basic job duties without supervision
Operator Level 3: at least two years performing satisfactorily at Level 2 or equivalent experience, provides self-direction, has shown continuous improvement in ability to perform duties, troubleshoots problems, demonstrates leadership skills, promotes teamwork, contributes ideas and recommendations for generating and implementing new ideas/procedures/processes, serves as a trainer or mentor for less experienced Operators
Operator Level 4: at least three years performing satisfactorily at Level 3 or equivalent experience, has maintained a consistent and high level of performance by meeting or exceeding all job performance standards and expectations, is considered a ‘subject matter expert’ in regards to the Operator position, has the ability to work independently and use sound judgment, as well as the ability to work in a team and promote cooperation, sets a positive example for all and represents Colonial Terminals in a professional manner at all times
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
Working knowledge of piping, valves, and tanks
Experience with storage tank operations, including SCADA, tank gauging, and loading/unloading equipment
Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, etc. for extended periods of time
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Technical training and/or College a plus
Experience with SCADA
Experience with tank gauging
Experience with loading/unloading equipment
Prior experience requiring mechanical aptitude and skill is a plus
Experience with light maintenance (mechanical, electric, electronic) is a plus

Responsibilities

Manual loading and unloading of tank-cars, tank-trucks, ocean-going vessels
Tank-to-tank transfers and blending operations
Monitor products for quality
Manually operate valves on tanks and/or pumps
Open/close tank fill line valves prior to and after each delivery
Check above ground tanks for storage capacity by manually gauging and/or reading automated tank level gauging systems
Calculate/monitor storage capacity on tankage
Install or remove man-ways, blind-flanges, portable hoses, pipe, and pumps
Provide accurate, legible, and timely input of product transfer activities and reports
Visually inspect tanks, pumping and receiving equipment and loading racks during shift
Monitor self-loading rack operations
Train/qualify drivers to use terminal loading/unloading equipment
Weigh or meter tank-trucks in and out as directed
Accurately type and check meter tickets for products
Prepare bill of ladings
Perform troubleshooting of loading racks, pumps, and motors
Provide timely and consistent communication/notification to management of equipment abnormalities or failures, operating inconsistencies, errors and/or product quality issues
Perform duties such as painting of piping, tanks, and buildings with hand equipment
Perform weed control and landscaping functions
Perform housekeeping activities
Maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public
Participate in special projects and other assignments as requested by management