Terminal Operator

About the role

Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the terminal, pipeline, marine, and rail assets as applicable. Responsible for executing the receipt, delivery storage management, and inventory control of petroleum products for the field location. Also responsible for other operating duties, including responding to emergency response notifications.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the terminal loading rack, storage and all equipment associated with terminal operations; keeping it in good working order and acceptable appearance. Maintain facility to meet or exceed company standards. Help analyze and solve problem situations.
• Responsible for receipt, storage, and distribution of petroleum products via pipeline, rail, and marine dock (if applicable), following all product movement, measurement and quality control procedures.
• Be knowledgeable of petroleum terminal regulations. Stay aware of all environmental regulations, safety directives and operating procedures, to include Coast Guard, local, state and federal environmental agencies so that the terminal can assure compliance.
• Ensure that management is apprised of any area or issue that should be addressed regarding regulatory compliance including health, safety, security and environmental.
• Maintain a good relationship with all terminal customers and respond to their inquiries and needs as required.
• Respond to terminal, pipeline, rail and marine related emergencies when called upon to do so. Participate in annual emergency response training drills.
• Responsible for the operation of all computer inventory control systems and participate in any inventory issue investigations.
• Be familiar with pipeline operations, handle pipeline product movements at the terminal and assist with other pipeline duties such as one call investigations if applicable, etc.
• Be familiar with marine operations, handle dock product movements at the terminal and assist with other marine duties as required.
• Act as backup to Lead Terminal Operator for the area.
• Support JP Energy terminal operations and assist in special projects as needed.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• 2+ years related experience in terminal, pipeline or marine operations preferred.
• General knowledge of equipment and maintenance of pumps, meters, truck loading rack, and dock facility preferred.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry is helpful.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language.
• Ability to abide by all DOT rules and regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, manuals and reports.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Consistently demonstrates cooperative, team-oriented behavior.
• Safety conscious and understand safe work practices for operating in the oil and gas field and on the road.

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

• Must pass a criminal background check

Other Criteria (Preferred)

• In order to be successful in this position, one must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills are also required.
• This position requires someone who can work well under pressure and has a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Individual must be available during non-work hours as required and may be required to carry an on-call phone at all times. Normal and extraordinary work circumstances may require, without notice, overtime, weekend or holiday work.
• This person must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.
• Individual must consistently exhibit a high level of customer service.
• Position may require exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous environments and require the physical stamina to climb tanks, work long hours in the field and wear a respirator.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
• Ability to properly drive and operate a company vehicle
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving