Terminal Operator

What We Are Looking For

The primary purpose of the Operations Supervisor position is to assist the Area Manager in the full range of duties and responsibilities involved in terminal management; to provide back-up coverage when the Area Manager is out or unavailable; to gain a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of both the operational and administrative responsibilities of terminal management; and to develop and exhibit the necessary leadership, analytical/decision making and managerial skills in order to move into an Area Manager position.

The Operations Supervisor will assist the Area Manager with the management of all station or terminal activities, including remote locations and booster stations, to ensure safe, efficient pipeline operations in assigned areas. He/she will perform specific duties as assigned which may include acting as a liaison between pipeline activities and shipping customers in order to maintain efficient delivery and resolve any difficulties relating to scheduling, metering/inventory, and quality control issues.

The Operations Supervisor may also assist in supervising functions related to outside contractors operating on company property or in company Right-of-Way areas in order to protect company interests.

• As a Terminal Operator, you will be essential to the daily operations of the terminal to ensure that the company and customer's needs are met.
• Load/unload product from railcars to storage tanks.
• Unload crude oil from railcars to pipeline.
• Perform railcar switching activities.
• Perform locomotive operator duties.
• Perform tank line up for railcars to tank transfer activities.
• Knowledge of and/or operate SCADA system for automated transfer activities.
• Perform all work in strict accordance with Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Perform all work in strict accordance with operating policies, procedures and checklists.
• Climb tank stairs, operate valves and pumps, and gauge tanks.
• Perform or assist in the performance of preventive and regular maintenance duties.
• Assist with product transfer alignments including piping, pumps and associated valves.
• Perform facility maintenance/housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Emergency Response Team (ERT) membership may be required.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required
• 1 - 3 years of experience required or equivalent combination of education/experience

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers and must be willing to use personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must be able to pass and complete safety training/certification as required by customers to work in their facilities and as required by Kinder Morgan at all locations.
• Must obtain and/or meet all requirements to enter foreign trade zones; such as background checks by both the U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security, i.e. obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
• Must be able to safely operate a self-propelled mobile platform to gain access to the top of railcars to connect vapor vent hoses and open valves.
• Must be able to pass respirator fit test.
• Maintain training in Safety and Hazmat requirements at the facility.
• Must be able to work on docks.
• Proficient in comprehension of written work orders.
• Basic math skills required.
• Able to work with wrenches and pipe wrenches and other tools; requires turning and tightening nuts and bolts.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management.
• Must be willing and able to work as a part of team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow work rules.
• In order to perform essential duties, regular work attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime with little or no notice during the week, weekends, holidays, etc. as dictated by operations.
• Must be willing to be on-call as dictated by operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two- or four-year degree with any discipline from accredited college or university OR
• Honorable discharge US military, any branch OR
• Three years terminal operations/maintenance experience OR
• Five years of Industrial experience.
  • Industrial experience is defined as: an individual having experience working in an Industrial setting such as a manufacturing plant, steel mill, refinery, petrochemical plants or energy related industries OR Performed…