Cement Terminal Operator

CalPortland; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Retirement program

Job summary

CalPortland is hiring a Cement Terminal Operator to assist unloading cement from trucks and rail cars at the terminal, with hands-on operation of terminal equipment and familiarity with bulk cargo operations. The role requires safety-conscious work in accordance with environmental policies.

Responsibilities include operating loading systems, monitoring product flow, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with the team to ensure efficient terminal operations.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Physical requirements: able to work in confined spaces, climb to elevations of 10 to 100 ft, lift up to 100 lbs.
• Experience with air, electrical, and hand tools (chipping guns, jackhammers, wrenches, grinders, drills).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate moving equipment to spot and unload cement and/or fly ash railcars.
• Load and unload bulk tanker trucks and railcars using an automated loading system; operate a computer billing system.
• Perform tasks ensuring efficient operation of the cement terminal.
• Maintain mobile equipment (tires, brakes, oil pressure).
• Assist other terminal operators in repairs, installations, maintenance and operations of terminal equipment.
• Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master.
• Operate mobile equipment (forklift, manlift, railcar mover).
• Monitor product movement to/from storage tanks and coordinate with others for continuous flow.
• Record operating data (quantities pumped, gauge readings, times).
• Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Terminal Operator participates in the unloading of cement from trucks and rail cars at the terminal. This position requires hands‑on operation of terminal equipment, developing a familiarity with bulk truck and bulk rail car operations. The Cement Terminal Operator must perform all duties in a safety‑conscious manner and in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and policies.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Job Summary

The Terminal Operator participates in the unloading of cement from trucks and rail cars at the terminal. This position requires hands‑on operation of terminal equipment, developing a familiarity with bulk truck and bulk rail car operations. The Cement Terminal Operator must perform all duties in a safety‑conscious manner and in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and policies.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Responsibilities

• Operate moving equipment to spot and unload cement and/or fly ash railcars
• Load and unload bulk tanker trucks and railcars using an automated loading system; operate a computer billing system
• Perform tasks ensuring efficient operation of the cement terminal
• Maintain all mobile equipment in proper operating condition, including checks on tire inflation, brakes, waters, and oil pressure
• Assist other Terminal Operators in repairs, installations, maintenance, and operations of all terminal equipment
• Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master
• Operate mobile equipment: forklift, manlift, railcar mover
• Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure constant product flow
• Record operating data such as products and quantities pumped, gauge readings and operating times
• Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Physical requirements: able to work in confined spaces, climb up to elevations of 10 to 100 ft., occasionally lift weights of up to 100 lbs.
• Experience using air, electrical, and hand tools such as chipping guns, jackhammers, wrenches, grinders, and drills of all
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions
• Will have exposure to all levels of noise that require the use of hearing protection
• Able to work varying and flexible workdays and hours
• Basic welding and cutting skills a plus
• Industry experience preferred
• Able to work at heights over 20 feet

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on‑going drug and alcohol testing.