Chemical Loader

Ventura Transfer Company; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with 5% matching

Profit Sharing Program

Quarterly Incentive Program

Paid Vacation

Eleven Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Company Social Events

Job summary

Ventura Transfer Company in El Centro, CA is seeking an Experienced Chemical Loader to transload hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals from railcars to tank trucks. You will work with our Transportation Department to ensure safe, accurate loads.

Applicants must be detail-oriented, able to read complex paperwork, and communicate in English. A valid Class C driver's license is required, and safety comes first in this outdoor role.

Qualifications

• English communication in writing and speaking is required.
• Extremely accurate and detail oriented; no errors in complex data or paperwork.
• Able to read and interpret boiler names, load orders, and rail car numbers.
• Must possess a valid Class C Driver's license and be insurable to operate company vehicles.
• Able to work flexible and varying schedules and multi-task in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Use VTC equipment to transload liquids from rail cars to tank trucks and shipping containers.
• Complete loads on time, accurately, and on schedule.
• Operate equipment such as pickup trucks, boilers, and compressors.
• Maintain inventory of loading equipment and schedule maintenance.
• Follow SOPs and work order instructions to ensure loads are correct and safe.
• Use measuring equipment to load correct volumes.
• Read and interpret load orders and paperwork accurately.
• Maintain records and transmit to corporate for billing and accounting.
• Communicate work schedules with other departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Flexible schedules

Team player

Safety orientation

Mechanical ability

Hand tools

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: El Centro Terminal - El Centro, CA 92243Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesVentura Transfer Company, 150 years and counting. Come Grow with Us!

We are the premier provider in the transportation and transloading of bulk commodities. Our Customers are leaders in their fields of Electric Vehicles, Space, Food, Alcohol and Medical Care.

Our Chemical Loaders transload (transfer) hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals from railcar to tanker truck. Your role will be to facilitate this process by collaborating with our Transportation Department and other Transportation Carriers. The role requires strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in transloading transactions, critical thinking and extreme safety consciousness.

If you enjoy working outdoors and want to play a pivotal role in the supply chain,

Ventura Transfer Company provides tank truck transportation, transloading, tank washing, and ISO tank container depot services to high profile customers in the Electric Vehicle, Space, food and alcohol, and medical industries. As an integral part of the supply chain, we directly impact several consumer goods, such as paint, fuel additives, upholstery, insulation, respirators, food, alcohol, sanitizers and much more. Founded in 1869, we have more than 150 years of experience and we are the acknowledged industry leader throughout the Western United States.

Major Responsibilities:

• Use VTC equipment to transload liquid products from rail cars to tank trucks and shipping containers.
• Complete loads on time, accurately, and on schedule
• Operate equipment such as pick up trucks, boilers, and compressors.
• Maintain inventory of loading equipment, such as fittings, compressors, and pumps, keeping it clean and in good order. Schedule maintenance for equipment as needed.
• Follow all SOPs and work order instructions to make sure loads are completed correctly and safely without contamination, spills, or other incidents.
• Use various measuring equipment to load correct volumes.
• Read and interpret paperwork, such as load orders, accurately.
• Maintain accurate records of work and transmit records to corporate office for billing and accounting purposes.
• Communicate work schedules with other departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

This Is What’s in It for You!

• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for employees and dependents
• 401(k), employee matching up to 5% of pay
• Profit Sharing Program
• Quarterly Incentive Program
• Paid Vacation
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Company Social Events

Requirements and Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
• Extremely accurate and detail oriented. Does not overlook things and make errors. Able to read and interpret complex paperwork and other data, such as chemical names, order numbers, and rail car numbers.
• Doesn’t forget things. Able to multi-task, tracking several activities at once.
• Able to handle shifting priorities and constantly changing conditions.
• Able to work effectively on flexible and varying work schedules.
• Team player. Able to get along well with coworkers, drivers, and supervisors. Able to settle disagreements professionally and productively.
• Operates with a Safety Orientation. Uses all protective equipment all the time, follows SOP’s, and manages risks so that incidents are prevented.
• High energy level and high level of initiative. Takes the lead in making improvements to the operation and in getting things fixed as they break down.
• Mechanical ability – able to perform basic repairs on boilers, compressors, valves, and other equipment.
• Able to safely use basic hand tools.
• Trustworthy, honest, reliable. Able to operate autonomously for long periods of time with minimal contact with supervisors. Can be counted on to show up for work every day and take full responsibility for the operation.
• Must possess a valid Class C Drivers’ license and a driving record without an excessive number of accidents and/or convictions for moving violations. Must be insurable to operate company vehicles.
• Successful work experience demonstrating a strong work ethic.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift and carry heavy hoses, fittings, and other equipment weighing 100 pounds. Able to crawl underneath as well as climb on top of rail cars and tankers. Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to connect heavy 20 foot long by 6 inch wide hoses to underside of railcars and to tanker trucks. This often requires lifting and pulling while in an awkward body position. Able to operate valves that at times may be corroded and difficult to open and close.
• Able to work out-of-doors and to tolerate extreme weather conditions, such as rain, heat, or cold.