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About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, with a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.
• Availability during non-work hours as required; may need to carry an on-call phone at all times.
• Must meet OSHA medical criteria for emergency response.
• Must be able and willing to spend an average of 70% of work time on one's feet.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds an average of five times per day.
• Ability to climb ladders approximately 50 feet and work safely and comfortably at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to perform work involving standing, walking, handling or feeling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Must wear fire-retardant clothing and/or personal protective equipment; respirator use may be required.
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations.

Nice To Haves

• 0–2+ years of related experience in terminal, pipeline, or marine operations preferred.
• General understanding of equipment and maintenance of pumps, meters, truck loading racks, and dock facilities preferred.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry helpful.
• Inventory control and/or accounting background is a plus.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory control systems and truck rack automation systems desirable.
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and/or state-specific licenses may be required for employment at certain locations.

Responsibilities

• Train in maintenance and repair of the terminal loading rack, storage facilities, and equipment associated with terminal operations; help keep equipment in good working order and facilities up to company standards.
• Learn to receive, store, and distribute petroleum products via pipeline, rail, and marine dock where applicable, following product movement, measurement, and quality control procedures.
• Learn petroleum terminal regulations and remain aware of environmental regulations, safety directives, and operating procedures, including requirements from the Coast Guard and local, state, and federal environmental agencies.
• Inform management of issues requiring attention regarding regulatory compliance, health, safety, security, and the environment.
• Maintain good relationships with terminal customers and respond to their inquiries and needs.
• After training, respond when called upon to terminal, pipeline, rail, and marine-related emergencies and participate in annual emergency response training drills.
• Operate computer inventory control systems and participate in investigations of inventory issues.
• Become familiar with pipeline operations, handle pipeline product movements at the terminal, and assist with other pipeline duties, such as one-call investigations where applicable.
• Become familiar with marine operations, handle dock product movements at the terminal, and assist with other marine duties as required.
• Support the Asset Team in achieving high-performance certification and potentially act as the Asset Team point person.
• Support terminal operations and assist with special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance and comply with personnel policies.
• Provide customer service and perform the role's essential functions safely and in accordance with applicable standards.