What are the responsibilities and job description for the Terminal Operator position at South Florida Materials?
Our company is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from the influence of both illegal drugs and Alcohol. This commitment is designed to help protect the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees, visitors, customers, applicants for employment, temporary/contingent workers, and the like. This policy applies to all employees and applicants for employment (hereinafter collectively “Covered Persons”). In support of this effort, we have adopted this Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for all non-DOT full-time, part-time, hourly, salaried, temporary, and contingent workers at all locations. Because substance abuse at or away from work can seriously endanger the safety of employees and render it impossible to supply top-quality products and service, has also implemented a formal Employee Assistance Program to help employees in this capacity.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), marital status, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The Company will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. The Company will take action to employ, advance in employment, and treat qualified Vietnam era veterans and disabled veterans without discrimination in all employment practices.
Summary:
The Terminal Operator assists in the operations of maintenance, safety, and environmental matters related to the receipt and shipment of petroleum products via marine vessels and interconnecting pipelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Complete operational, maintenance, and accounting responsibilities in accordance with established Company standards and governmental regulations.
· Change filters and valve alignments (manifolds and tanks) inside the terminal property to assure the proper handling, storage, and integrity of products.
· Maintain inventory and other information by computer and by physically climbing petroleum tanks monthly to gauge and sample products.
· Perform or assist in preventive and regular maintenance duties keeping terminal equipment (mechanical/electrical) clean and in good working order; respond to call-outs to perform trouble shooting or maintenance on facility equipment; ensure all environmental and safety equipment is working properly.
· Interact with internal and external customers and makes sure all Company and safety regulations are followed.
· Train new customers (truck drives of petroleum products) and ensures they are familiar with our automation, loading equipment, and emergency features.
· Perform duties of a First Responder in spill or emergency situations.
· Assist in the maintenance and overall appearance of the terminal, ensuring the upkeep and tidiness of the truck driver’s area and warehouse.
· Understand the operations and limitations or the equipment; perform daily evaluations to ensure its safe and continual service; report any deficiencies when needed to fix issues.
· Ensure a safe working environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task; properly follow all Company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
· Perform projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· High School diploma or equivalent required.
· Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) is required.
· Experience in terminal operations preferred. Mechanical aptitude is desirable.
· Sufficient mechanical/equipment knowledge to identify minor problems and fix them, and the ability to effectively communicate with supervisor about other equipment issues that require repair.
· Forklift certification and Fire training preferred as well as spill response training for pipeline and rack areas.
· Excellent organizational skills and time management skills; customer service skills; ability to adjust to multiple demands and priorities.
· Good verbal and written communication skills required.
· Ability to prioritize, multi-task, take initiative, and problem solve while maintaining attention to detail.
· Ability to understand and follow instructions; function effectively as part of a team; ability to work under pressure; communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and the public.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, kneel, walk, talk, see, hear, push, pull, climb, bend, and stoop. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, walk, climb, use manual dexterity to operate tools used in the course of work and typical office environment, hear sufficient to hear conversations in person and via telephone and radio, and vision sufficient for distance sight and to read diagrams, computer screens, manual reports, rules, regulations, laws, and plans. The employee is occasionally required to reach, push and pull with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity may involve stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions. The employee must be able to maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities occurring at the site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment. Required to wear all site required PPE consisting of long pants, long sleeve shirt, leather safety boots and safety glasses. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person