Terminal Operator

Plains Terminal Rd, St James, LA 70086, USA

Posted Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Terminal operator provides oversight for day-to-day operations with following operations policies and procedures

• Monitor various pipeline equipment such as meters, process flows, cavern levels, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems to ensure proper operation.
• Regulate product flow through pipelines and storage caverns according to prescribed procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Maintain awareness of safety protocols and actively observe for any abnormal or dangerous situations that could lead to a release or unsafe condition.
• Follow scheduling orders and conduct pipeline line-ups for the delivery/receipt of products to/from pipelines and storage caverns.
• Perform required inspections and maintain records throughout the work schedule, including station, wellhead, and pipeline inspections.
• Adhere to Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan, Local Operations Procedures (LOPs), and site checklists to ensure facility surveillance, security, and general housekeeping.
• Validate Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure safety during maintenance activities.
• Record detailed information on daily operations and relay it during shift turnover, including maintenance activities, transfers, LOTO procedures, etc.
• Actively support facility housekeeping efforts to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform all work in accordance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures to ensure personnel's safety and environmental protection.
• Conduct pre-transfer inspections to ensure that all equipment and systems are mechanically sound before initiating product transfer operations.
• Wear all required protective equipment as necessary to ensure personal safety during operations

• Must be safety conscious and able to always follow OSHA safety standards
• Must possess a valid TWIC card and driver's license
• 18 years of age or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Have a reliable means of transportation to and from work
• Stable work history with good references from past employers
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check

• Fluent in English, including speaking, writing, reading, and listening comprehension, to effectively communicate and understand job-related instructions and information.
• Capable of occasionally standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands and arms as required by job duties.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds, ensuring the capability to handle materials and equipment as needed.
• Possess good vision to perform tasks safely and accurately, including reading documents, observing surroundings, and operating equipment.

• Full Time
• Hourly – Non-Exempt

• Medical insurance options with the company paying the majority of the premium
• Dental insurance option
• Vision insurance option
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits
• Uniform, footwear, personal protective equipment
• Training and development programs

Loadstar is an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Loadstar is a veteran-friendly company. Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures a plus.

Every effort has been made to ensure a complete job description. However, this document in no way implies that these responsibilities are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position, especially where the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for the role.

You must be able to perform each individual essential duty properly with or without reasonable accommodation to be successful. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.