Terminal Operator I

About the Role

Colonial Terminals, Inc. (CTI) is seeking a Terminal Operator I to join their team. CTI is an industry leader in handling and storing liquid and dry bulk products, operating the largest independent liquid and dry bulk storage facilities with breakbulk capability in the Southeastern United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational duties including, but not limited to:
• Manual loading and unloading of tank-cars, tank-trucks, ocean-going vessels.
• Tank-to-tank transfers and blending operations.
• Monitor products for quality as required.
• Manually operate valves on tanks and/or pumps.
• Open/close tank fill line valves for storage tanks.
• Check above ground tanks for storage capacity by manual 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 as required.
• Provide accurate, legible, and timely input of product transfer activities and reports.
• Visually inspect tanks, pumping and receiving equipment, and loading racks to identify operational problems.
• Complete associated shift documentation.
• Monitor self-loading rack operations.
• Train/qualify drivers to use terminal loading/unloading equipment.
• Weigh or meter tank-trucks in and out.
• Accurately type and check meter tickets for products.
• Prepare bills of lading.
• Perform troubleshooting of loading racks, pumps, and motors.
• Provide timely and consistent communication/notification of equipment abnormalities or failures, operating inconsistencies, errors, and/or product quality issues to management.
• Perform duties such as painting of piping, tanks, and buildings with hand equipment.
• Conduct weed control and landscaping functions.
• Perform housekeeping activities.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, company assets, employees, and the general public.
• Participate in special projects and other assignments as requested by management.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 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 an acceptable timeframe.
• 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.
• Prior experience requiring mechanical aptitude and skill is a plus.
• Experience with light maintenance (mechanical, electric, electronic) is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training and/or College is a plus.
• Maintain an inquisitive attitude and ask questions to ensure operational procedures are adhered to, operating risks are minimized, and skill level is developed.

Physical Demands

• Regularly exposed to outside environment in adverse weather conditions.
• Exposure to heights in excess of 5 feet.
• Work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at high elevations using proper safety.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, etc. for extended periods of time.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, push, pull, and perform other physical activities as required throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently push and pull equipment, materials, and other items.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing under 20 pounds.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing over 20 pounds.

Eligibility Requirements

• Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.