Job Details

Terminal Operator

Start your career as a Terminal Operator at Vopak Industrial Infrastructure Americas (VIIA) and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity, and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as a Terminal Operator at Vopak.

What will you do as a Terminal Operator?

This position ensures that all products are loaded or unloaded safely and efficiently and performs work as instructed by supervisors functioning as a team member with other operations personnel.

What do we offer you?

• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)
• Paid Time Off and Sick Days
• Additional Benefits:
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Universal Life

What do we expect from you as a Terminal Operator?

As an operator, you'll advance through various levels, with expectations for your proficiency increasing as your training and abilities grow. Here's a breakdown of the key qualifications, skills, and attributes we're looking for:

Essential Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A valid state Driver's License is a must.
• A valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) is also required.
• While not mandatory, experience in terminal or marine operations is preferred.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Communication: You should be fluent in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to read and write at a minimum of a high school level. Clear communication with all levels of the organization is essential.
• Reading & Comprehension: The ability to read, interpret, and follow written job instructions, directions, and safety procedures (including OSHA standards and regulations) is critical. You'll also need to interpret U.S. Coast Guard manuals and other relevant regulatory documents.
• Mathematical Proficiency: Possess basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and long division. You should also be able to work with fractions and perform common mathematical conversions used in the petrochemical industry.
• Computer Literacy: Basic computer knowledge and user ability are necessary, including familiarity with database systems and other programs or applications used on-site.
• Organizational & Analytical Skills: You'll need to multitask, prioritize, and follow through on assignments. A fundamental understanding of general business concepts is also beneficial.
• Regulatory Knowledge: An understanding of Federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including RCRA, is expected.

What does your day look like?

This role encompasses a wide range of duties that require a blend of technical skills, safety consciousness, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. As an operator gains experience, their proficiency in these areas is expected to increase.

Safety and Compliance

A paramount responsibility is adhering to all safety procedures and practices, including active participation in safety training. This commitment extends to understanding and upholding SH&E (Safety, Health, and Environmental) principles, with an emphasis on championing safety within the workplace. Operators are also expected to:

• Respond rapidly and appropriately to emergencies, following established safety guidelines.
• Understand and ensure all work meets Federal and State requirements, as well as company safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Train regularly on Federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including RCRA requirements.
• Perform Isolation of energy and permit-to-work activities in accordance with company safety fundamentals.

Operational Execution

Operators are directly involved in the hands-on control and maintenance of equipment and processes. Key responsibilities include:

• Opening and closing valves, both manually and via computer systems.
• Ensuring correct tank lineups for various receipt and delivery operations.
• Performing tank gauging and temperature verification, and completing associated paperwork.
• Reviewing operation orders for errors, verifying backups, tank selection, and equipment suitability.
• Loading and unloading various transport vehicles (railroad tank cars, trucks, ships, barges), which involves physical tasks like connecting hoses and operating hydraulic equipment.
• Monitoring gauges and adjusting flow rates.
• Executing start-up, shutdown, and commissioning procedures for process equipment.
• Cleaning and setting portable pumps.
• Operating transfer equipment common to an industrial marine terminal.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

A degree of mechanical aptitude is required, as operators are responsible for basic maintenance and problem-solving:

• Performing simple maintenance, such as small to medium valve or hose change-outs, painting, and fitting change-outs.
• Refilling pump oilers.
• Troubleshooting pumps, meters, heating systems, and nitrogen operations to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Reporting any deficiencies to supervisors.

Continuous Improvement and Teamwork

This role also emphasizes ongoing learning and contribution to operational efficiency:

• Being self-driven and capable of working independently, often in remote areas.
• Participating in and completing all assigned training programs.
• Working with more experienced operators on new or unfamiliar systems to improve skills.
• Reviewing operations procedures for new and existing systems.
• Making recommendations for system enhancements in performance and safety.
• Maintaining cleanliness of operational areas.
• Willing and able to participate on the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

Work Environment

This position involves working outdoors and exposure to various weather conditions, including summer temperatures exceeding 100F and winter temperatures potentially reaching 0F. You'll encounter various chemicals and compounds, including hazardous fumes and smells. The role requires entry into confined spaces and working in elevated environments for potentially long periods. You must be able to consistently wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). While the noise level is usually moderate, you may experience loud sounds and vibrations at times. Rest assured, all work environments are safe when appropriate PPE is utilized.

Physical Demands

Performing this job successfully requires a range of physical abilities. You'll regularly walk (sometimes long distances carrying tools up to 15 pounds), crawl, sit, speak, and hear. Expect to stand for extended periods, use your hands for fingering, handling, or feeling, and reach with your hands and arms. You'll be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch, and twist repeatedly. This includes climbing ladders and storage tanks up to 50 feet high, and entering confined spaces like crawling under rail cars or trucks. You must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including overhead, and carry up to 25 pounds over distances up to 30 yards. Specific tasks include rolling and tipping a dolly holding a 55-gallon trash receptacle, and lifting and securing hose flanges, as well as manually aligning and connecting/disconnecting 6" to 8" hoses. You must pass a drug and alcohol screen. Essential vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Travel by car, truck, or other land vehicles may be required.

We're looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to grow with us and contribute to a safe and efficient operation.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Inclusion & Diversity:

VIIA stores vital products with care.