Terminal Operator

CalPortland•Reno, NV

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Terminal Operator participates in the loading and unloading of cement at the terminal. This position requires hands-on operation of terminal equipment, developing a familiarity with bulk truck and rail car operations. The Cement Terminal Operator must perform all duties in a safety-conscious manner and in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and policies. This position is in Sparks, Nevada.

Requirements

Physical requirements: able to work in confined spaces, climb up to elevations of 10 to 100 ft., and lifting of up to 75 Ibs. (50 Ibs. frequently, 75 Ibs. occasionally).
Climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, riding, twisting, pushing/pulling, and riding on rough terrain.
Mechanical knowledge: experience with oil changes, equipment inspections, belt alignments, and preventive maintenance inspections.
Experience using pneumatic, electric and regular hand tools (ex., chipping guns, jackhammers, grinders, drills, wrenches, ect.).
Clearly and accurately communicate both verbally and in writing.
Able to read, write, and speak in English.
Computer skills including Excel, Word, SAP, and HMI systems.
Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings.
Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry, and/or dusty conditions.
Will have exposure to levels of noise that require the use of double hearing protection.
Must be self-directed and able to work with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
Able to work varying and flexible workdays and hours, normal business hours: Monday – Friday, 4am– 2am
Additional hours may be required, including weekend.

Nice To Haves

Welding and cutting skills
Terminal/Plant maintenance experience
Rail moving experience

Responsibilities

Operate railcar mover to spot and unload bottom dump and pressure differential railcars in a safe manner.
Load and unload bulk trucks and railcars using a semi-automated loading system; operate a computer billing system.
Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure efficient operation of the cement terminal.
Record operating data such as products/quantities transferred, gauge readings and operating times.
Accurately and courteously take orders from customers over the phone.
Manually track inventory and provide reports as required.
Perform and assist other Terminal Operators in all required tasks at the terminal (loading, unloading, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, equipment preventative maintenance, housekeeping, maintaining accurate records, etc.).
Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master.
Operate all mobile equipment: forklift, boom/scissor lift, track loader, front loader, sweeper, etc.
Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly, including the restroom.
Complete daily checks on all tickets received and shipped.
Follow all CalPortland and WorkSafe safety rules and procedures.
Communicate in a professional and effective manner with co-workers, customers, and anyone else while performing the job.
Perform other duties as necessary and assigned.