Trainee E Operator

Ergon Inc. is a relationship-driven company that values each employee’s willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel and offer great pay and benefits.

We are looking for a Trainee E Operator to join our Operations department. The position is entry-level and part of a career progression plan.

During training, the Trainee works a 5‑day, 12‑hour shift schedule, which may involve swapping between day and night shifts. After completion of all training requirements, the Trainee will be assigned to one of ERI’s four 12‑hour shifts operating on a modified DuPont swing shift schedule.

• Ensure training requirements are current in accord with job curricula such as CBTs, job performance tests, etc.
• Maintain safe working habits and a “Safety First” attitude.
• Follow refinery / terminal and department policies.
• Become knowledgeable of tank locations and contents.
• Perform tasks as assigned by the Training Department or direct supervision.
• Successfully complete all requirements and testing for the Trainee “E” Operator position.
• Successfully complete all training requirements and testing for the Oil Movements “D” Operator position within 90 days of employment.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Score of Silver or higher on the ACT Work Keys exam.
• Score of “C” or higher on the Cobra test.
• Demonstrate math skills.
• Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.
• Must maintain a good working relationship with other operation personnel.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Ability to work well in emergency situations.
• Ability to operate a small power boat safely.
• Comfortable working over water.
• Required to climb tanks, towers, ladders and pipe racks.
• Must have successfully completed and passed a Functional Job Capacity Evaluation (FCE).
• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.

Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) with company match, health, life, dental, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, tuition assistance and profit sharing.

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Job Reference: Trainee E Operator

Location:

Vicksburg, MS