IMTT

Terminal Operator - Tank Farm

Geismar, LA

Full-time

About This Job

The Tank Farm Terminal Operator is responsible for safe and efficient loading and unloading of tank trucks, rail cars, barges, and ships with a variety of specialty chemicals. This position will be required to learn and safely operate terminal equipment and perform daily operating functions in conjunction with the loading and unloading activities.

Responsibilities

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Control and monitor transfers of the various bulk liquid fine chemicals stored and handled at the facility. Physically establish connections between the facility’s transfer lines, vessels, barges, rail cars and trucks.

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Understand printed load orders and confirm that the proper quantities are transferred by utilizing flow meters, batch controllers, tank gauging systems, etc. Assist in generating the proper transfer documentation and shipping documents.

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When necessary, verify automated tank gauging systems with tape gauges and volume calculations.

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Open and close motor operated and manual valves. Activate and monitor product transfer pumps. Monitor tank and line heating systems.

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Empty transfer lines by means of “pigging”.

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Perform first level mechanical maintenance on pumps, valves, filters, loading arms, etc.

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Assist in responding to terminal emergencies such as spills and fire.

Education and Experience

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High School Diploma or equivalent

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Experience in field operations, preferably in the chemical or Petro-Chemical industry.

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Professional safety training and/or experience in industrial firefighting.

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Valid Driver’s License

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TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to IMTT’s terminal locations.

Skills and Abilities

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Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

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Ability to understand written and verbal communication in the English language.

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Ability to make decisions in a variable environment.

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Knowledge of basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions).

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Capable of participating in the terminal emergency response organization

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Proficient in the use of computer automated control and monitoring systems.

Hours of Work

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Typical hours of operation are Sunday through Saturday with rotating twelve-hour shifts.

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This position requires the ability to work rotating shifts and perform overtime and occasional weekend work as job duties demand.

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Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes with little or no advance notice.

Physical and Environmental Demand

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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This job operates in a professional office environment as well as the outside environment where temperatures routinely reach 95 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.

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This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and smartphones.

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

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This would require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stand, or stoop, as necessary.

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Ability to perform climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling and moderate lifting.

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Must be able to work in confined spaces, over water and not be afraid of heights.

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Ability to wear and use a respirator and PPE.

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Because the facility and adjoining facilities handle hazardous materials, the labor force must be able to evacuate quickly from any location of the facility without assistance in an emergency.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.

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