Operator

ABOUT ZENITH:

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ob Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining facility security, facility maintenance and general housekeeping.
• The Terminal operator is responsible for accepting product deliveries, either via pipeline, truck, rail or barge and perform required sampling and testing of all products to maintain quality control.
• Maintain inventory control by physically gauging and sampling all receiving tanks before and after receipts.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of the terminal loading rack and equipment associated with terminal operations and keeping the facility in good working order by utilizing preventative maintenance procedures.
• Conduct daily terminal inspections of the entire facility including truck loading rack, rail siding, pipeline manifolds and dock area.
• Perform routine facility maintenance as needed included but not limited to painting, general housekeeping, snow removal and grounds upkeep.
• Operate, maintain, and repair, or assist in repairing, equipment associated with the bulk handling of petroleum liquids.
• Responsible for communicating to contractors and drivers all safety requirements.
• Be able to effectively communicate with outside agencies such as the USCG and the EPA on situations regarding the facility.
• Perform duties of a first responder in a spill or other emergency situations.
• Correctly complete all required paperwork prior to and after all product receipts.
• Be able to work diligently and follow all safety requirements to prevent product contamination and avoid spills. Perform environmental and regulatory checks (eliminating, containing and reporting all leaks and spills)
• Assist drivers in the loading and unloading of trucks.
• Maintain a good relationship with all terminal customers, responding to their needs or requests as needed.

• Perform office and clerical work as required, including input of daily and monthly inventories into appropriate automated systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions (extreme cold / heat) while wearing appropriate PPE, FR clothing, safety glasses and hard hat.
• Be able to comfortably climb 50’ storage tanks while wearing PPE.
• Manually open and close large valves several times per shift.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb etc. for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift normally up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more. Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, lift, grasp and pull.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations (leaks, spills and fires) by implementing facility response plans.
• Be comfortable working around water, rail, and at heights.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have or be able to qualify for and obtain a TWIC Card.
• Must be HAZMAT Certified.
• Must either possess or be able to pass HAZWOPER training, HM126F training and annual updates.
• The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with co-workers, supervisors, customers and truck drivers.
• The ability to work in stressful conditions, along with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and environmental conditions.
• The ability to work on both a scheduled and a call out basis.
• This position is subjected to random drug screening.
• Ability to accept supervision and direction and work effectively either in a team setting or alone.
• To be a successful member of the Zenith team, you must be able to demonstrate a commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.
• Individual must be available during non-work hours as required and will be required to carry a cell phone at all times. Normal and extraordinary work circumstances may require, without notice, extended hours, weekend and/or holiday work.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.
• Basic computer and mechanical skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.