Terminal Operator - Chicago

at Kinder Morgan in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Terminal Operator – Chicago

Essential duties and responsibilities: – Perform all functions of Terminal Operations as directed by work orders and/or supervision consistent with standard operating procedures, state and local regulations in a safe, timely and cost effective manner. – The position performs work associated with liquid product handling of a variety of chemicals and petrochemicals, by way of barges, tank-to-tank transfers, tank car, and tank truck, and/or other work required within the terminal. – Performs both physical gauges and side gauge readings as required. – Performs heating functions of required products in terminal storage facilities and mode units as required. – Rail switching – Conducts spill clean up operations as required. – Performs housekeeping chores on operation activities, grounds and buildings. – Assists in both environmental services and maintenance as required. – Participates in company training programs and related testing. – Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives. – Overtime is voluntary, though can be mandatory if there are no volunteers. – Perform all work in compliance with Company standards and procedures requirements. – Certain conditions of employment will be governed by the agreement between Kinder Morgan Liquid Terminals and the United Steel Workers union.

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Educational Requirements – High school diploma or GED is required – Trade school, formal training/significant work experience, or Associate’s degree highly desirable

Job Requirements (specific experience, skills, knowledge, certifications, licenses, competencies, working conditions) – Experience/familiarity with pipe wrenches, box wrenches and other similar tools – Excellent mathematical skills (Addition, Subtraction, Fractions, Multiplication, and Percentages) are required – Flexible schedule to work in a 24 hour per day operation and /or weekend/holiday work is required – The ability to work from written and verbal instructions – Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules, as well as, take on additional job responsibilities as needed – Superior work ethic and dependability – Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions as outside work is mandatory – Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to, walking up and down stairs/ladders including heights over 40 feet, negotiating uneven surfaces, and carry up to 50 pounds – Must be able to wear standard PPE (Hard Hat, Goggles, Rain Gear, Steel Toe Boots), and qualify to wear a Full Face Respirator – Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers – Successful completion of a background check, physical and drug screen upon offer – Complete other related duties as assigned

Preferred Experience, Skills and Knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required, but advantageous in this position) – Experience with handling Hazardous liquid chemicals – Familiarity with OSHA, DOT, Industrial Hygiene and other industry regulations a major plus – Terminal Operator, Gauger and/or Maintenance Mechanic experience