Terminal Operator- St. Louis

The terminal operator will perform liquid product handling of a variety of chemicals and petrochemicals in an industrial work environment. The product handling will be by way of barges, tank-to-tank transfers, tank car, and tank truck, boiler operations and/or other work required within the terminal. The operator will also perform associated work as directed by supervisor consistent with standard operating procedures, federal, state and local regulations in a safe, timely and cost effective manner.

• Specific tasks include but are not limited to:
• Climbing elevated tanks to determine the volume of material in the tank via standard and precise gauging process
• Transferring chemical and/or petroleum products to and from various bulk containers including rail cars and tank trucks
• Opening and closing valves, connecting and disconnecting hoses in order to allow for the proper product transfer
• Performing daily walk around inspections of the entire liquid handling equipment over a multi-acre facility
• Performing heating functions of required products in terminal storage facilities and mode units as required; operation of an industrial boiler may be required
• Conducting spill cleanup operations of hazardous materials as required
• Performing housekeeping responsibilities around operational activities, on the grounds and at the buildings
• Properly labeling containers and vessels as required per regulations
• Participating in company training programs and related testing
• Participating in safety programs and initiatives
• Performing all work in compliance with Company standards and procedures requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma

Required Qualifications:

• Experience/familiarity with pipe wrenches, box wrenches and other similar tools
• Experience working in an industrial environment
• Excellent mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, fractions, multiplication and percentages) are require
• Flexible schedule to work during varying rotational shifts and/or weekend/holiday work is required. Overtime is voluntary, though can become mandatory as required.
• The ability to work from written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules, as well as, take on additional job responsibilities as needed
• Superior work ethic and dependability
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions as outside work is mandatory
• Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to, walking up and down stairs/ladders including heights over 40 feet, negotiating uneven surfaces, and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to wear standard PPE (hard hat, chemical goggles, protective rain gear, flame retardant clothing and steel toe boots)
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers
• Applicant must successfully complete a background check, physical and drug screen upon offer acceptance
• Complete other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with handling hazardous liquid chemicals
• Familiarity with OSHA, DOT, Industrial Hygiene and other industry regulations a plus

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

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