Technician Trainee

Position Summary

The Technician Trainee is an opportunity for an individual to obtain the training and experience necessary to become a qualified Technician. Candidates will enter into a book and hands-on training program to expose a broad yet thorough knowledge of Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Measurement Systems pertaining to refined products and/or chemicals.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

- Be assigned to a location within the Company to undergo an in-depth technical and operational training program that is normally 24 to 36 months in length.

- Receive on the job training while working alongside individuals from Technical Services, Operations and Engineering.

- Training includes, but is not limited to; day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, project commissioning, wiring, calibrations, project management, system layout, system optimization, emergency response, construction oversight, equipment repair, and performing studies.

- Specific areas of program include, but are not limited to; Terminal automation systems, card readers, load rack presets, additive injection systems, power distribution, motors and pumps, PLC, flow computers, variable frequency drives and other motor controllers, product measurement systems, SCADA, conduit and wiring methods, control devices, computer networks and serial communications, hazardous area classification, and the National Electric Code.

- Develop and/or complete write ups on the above listed areas of training.

Position Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.

- Ability to fulfill the requirements of the Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulation 49 CFR Part 195 Operator Qualification Program.

- Must be willing to comply with all company policies and regulatory requirements.

- Ability to maintain stability under pressure and be flexible and willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary.

- Ability to perform all required mathematical calculations with or without the use of a calculator.

- Basic computer and Microsoft Office experience

- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

- Ability to work outside for long periods of time in any weather condition.

- Ability to work overtime as necessary.

- Ability to be a positive representative of the Company both internally and externally.

- Ability to work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and customers.

- Must be committed to working safely at all times.

Experience/Education:

- High school diploma / GED or equivalent experience is required.

- Vocational-Technical certificate or an Associate’s degree in electronics or related field is preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years of experience pertaining to the electrical or electronics background.

- Electrician’s license a plus

- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Transport Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

Travel:

Up to 80% travel required. Requires the ability to travel to field locations where the environment may vary significantly.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described 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.

- The employee must frequently position, transport and/or move up to 50 or more pounds.

- While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to:

- Stand; walk; move across large areas including uneven terrain, sometimes quickly;

- Be stationary for long periods of time;

- Work in confined or restrictive working spaces;

- Ascend stairs or ladders, work atop tanks, traverse metal walkways at heights;

- Balance with equipment and while moving large and/or heavy objects;

- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

- Reach with hands and arms above the head and to ground level;

- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl or otherwise reach into confined spaces;

- Push and pull material and equipment from one place to another;

- Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing;

- Operate a motorized vehicle during the work shift;

- Move about in an office environment;

- Work using repetitive motion.

- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

- Work requires physical efforts associated with using the computer and phones to access information.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

- Occasionally in an office environment.

- Regularly exposed to work in high, precarious places.

- Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.

- Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat.

- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, hand tools and small to medium-sized power tool use.

- Regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock.

- Regularly exposed to non-toxic propane fumes or airborne particles.

- Regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position is required to be performed at the work site during regularly scheduled hours. Physical presence at the work site is required.

This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the incumbent with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

Note:

Successful candidates must complete a drug screen and background check. TransMontaigne maintains a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.

EOE Statement:

TransMontaigne is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. TransMontaigne makes hiring decisions solely based on qualification and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization:

TransMontaigne Partners LLC is a terminaling and transportation company based in Denver, Colorado with operations in the United States on the Pacific Coast, the Gulf Coast, in the Midwest, and in the Southeast. We provide integrated terminaling, storage, transportation and related services for customers engaged in the distribution and marketing of light refined petroleum products, heavy refined petroleum products, crude oil, chemicals, fertilizers and other liquid products. Light refined products include gasolines, diesel fuels, heating oil and jet fuels; heavy refined products include residual fuel oils and asphalt.

Benefits

- Medical/Pharmacy Plan

- Dental Insurance

- Vision Insurance

- Disability Insurance

- Flexible Spending Account Plan

- Health Savings Account

- Tuition reimbursement

- 401(k) Plan with Company Match

- Employee Assistance Plan

- Paid Time Off (PTO) - 1st Year Employee - 80 hours Total (3.08 Hours - Bi-weekly Accrual)

- Paid Holidays - 9 Company Recognized Holidays

- Tuition Reimbursement Program

- Wellness Program