Operator

 Start your career as a Terminal Operator at VIIA - St. Charles Operations and contributes 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 VIIA - St. Charles Operation.

What will you do as a Terminal Operator?

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

What do we offer you?

• Hybrid work schedule

• A market-based salary depending on your experience and knowledge and attractive bonuses

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance

• Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

What do we expect from you as a Terminal Operator?

• Associates Degree in Process Technology or equivalent or 4 or more years of experience in terminal operations/Marine Operations or the petrochemical industry preferred

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Valid state driver’s license

What does your day look like?

Your core responsibilities are:

• Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessary

• Opens and closes valves by hand or by use of DCS for valves with remote operation

• Reviews operation orders/procedures for errors, Ensures correct lineup for various receipt and delivery operations; completes associated paperwork

• Loads and unloads ships and barges as assigned; loosens or tightens bolts manually using large wrenches; walks on docks, hooks up and releases hoses; positions mechanical load arm or connects product hoses; reviews and completes documentation; monitors gauges; adjusts flow rates; follows written or oral instructions

• Safely monitor and Operate the status of the tank farm, storage tanks, pump stations, filter and piping systems, tank level and pump instrumentation.

• Trouble-shoots pumps, meters, instrumentation, heating systems, nitrogen operations; ensures optimal equipment performance; reports deficiencies to leadership

• Reviews operations procedures for new and existing systems; participates in start-ups; makes recommendations for the system that enhance performance and safety

• Communicates effectively with ship and barge agents and owners on an as needed basis.

• Communicates effectively with customer partners, external agencies, suppliers.

• Ascends and descends ladders and stairs

• Responds rapidly and appropriately to emergencies following safety guidelines and procedures; uses equipment, chemicals and procedures appropriate to the situation to mitigate damages

• Performs simple maintenance including small to medium valve change out, hose change out, fitting change out, refill pump oilers, etc.

• Participates in and completes all assigned training programs

• Understands and ensures all work performed meets Federal and State OSHA requirements as well as Company safety, health, and environmental standards 

• Trains regularly on all Federal, state and local environmental regulations, requirements and guidelines including, but not limited to, RCRA requirements; United States Coast Guard (USCG)follows and adheres to all guidelines, regulations, and requirements

• Performs other duties assigned by management that fall within the generally expected scope of this position

• Cleans and sets portable pumps

It is Vopak’s policy to employ and administer employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era and in accordance with federal and state civil rights laws. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.  The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Work Environment

This position requires an employee to be exposed to outside elements.  Most extreme elements are heat in the summer months of up to 100°+ and some exposure to cold of generally no less than 0° in the winter months.  There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of them hazardous.  The employee may enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments.  Employees must be able to wear PPE required by the location.  When an employee is in the office environment, general office noise may be experienced. Louder sounds and vibrations will be experienced when outside.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  All environments are safe with appropriate PPE.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear.  The employee is required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The employee may be required to climb ladders/storage tanks up to 50’ in height.  The employee may be required to enter confined spaces.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  Employees may be required to travel by air, rail, bus, or car.

Inclusion & Diversity:

Vopak stores vital products with care. Our commitment to care extends to all our stakeholders, including our own employees, new talents and people in our local communities around the globe. We believe that each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, political orientation or trade union membership, allowing everyone at Vopak to develop their full potential.

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