Terminal Operator

Location: Louisiana

## Terminal Operator Apply locations:
USA - Louisiana - Port Allentime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
June 7, 2026 (22 days left to apply) job requisition :
R-010730
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* POSITION SUMMARY:

** The Terminal Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of terminal activities, including unloading railcars into conveying systems and bulk storage and loading customer trucks. This role includes weighing and ticketing trucks, monitoring and measuring inventory levels, reconciling daily scale tickets, and accurately entering operational data. The position also performs daily housekeeping, routine and preventive maintenance of terminal equipment, and conducts regular safety inspections to identify, document, and correct hazards or equipment defects.
** RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:
*** Perform safe and efficient unloading and cleaning of railcars and loading of pneumatic trailers and dump trucks.
* Secure barges to the T-dock upon arrival using cables and assist with the safe unloading and movement of barges.
* Operate mobile and stationary equipment, including skid steers, forklifts, excavators, and other equipment as assigned, in accordance with safety and operating standards.
* Understand material flow throughout the terminal, including the operation of conveying, feeding, and dust collection systems.
* Operate pneumatic tractor-trailer units to load and unload product into lime slaker vessels.
* Operate and maintain the lime slaker vessel and associated systems.
* Transfer lime slurry through screening systems into slurry tanks and load slurry trailers from storage tanks.
* Measure inventory levels, including bin measurements taken from the tops of bins, and reconcile shipped product against inventory.
* Perform cleanup under and around conveying and feeding equipment and maintain housekeeping standards in work areas, including the scale house and office.
* Complete basic administrative functions such as scaling trucks, reconciling daily shipments, and entering operating and scale data into computer systems.
* Inspect assigned areas and equipment for potential safety hazards and accurately document findings on daily checklists.
* Read and interpret equipment manuals and assist with specifying and ordering parts as needed.
* Maintain terminal equipment through routine inspections and basic maintenance activities.
* Demonstrate knowledge of, compliance with, and commitment to all safety rules, procedures, and policies.
* Perform all job tasks in a safe, timely, and efficient manner while maintaining a high standard of housekeeping.
* Perform other duties as assigned to support terminal operations.
** REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES:
*** Strong commitment to safety, PPE compliance, and housekeeping standards.
* Ability to work safely in hot, dusty, noisy industrial environments.
* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adapt to changing priorities.
* Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Self‐motivated with the ability to work independently when required.
* Willingness and ability to learn new tasks, procedures, and equipment.
* Dependable with consistent attendance and punctuality.
* Basic reading, math, and computer skills.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
*** Maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality; work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, or be on‐call as required.
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