Operator

Vopak; Deer Park (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Holidays

Life/AD&D Insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Vopak in the United States is seeking an Operator to safely load and unload products, work with a team, and support energy security and energy transition goals.

The role offers a market-based salary with bonuses, health insurance, a 401(k) incentive plan, tuition reimbursement, holidays, and growth opportunities. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, plus strong English communication and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid state Driver’s License required.
• Fluent in English; read/write at high school level.
• Able to read and follow safety procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Abides by safety procedures and SH&E guidelines.
• Opens/closes valves for remote operations and assigns tasks.
• Loads/unloads railroad cars, trucks, ships and barges as assigned.
• Reviews orders, ensures correct backup and equipment suitability.
• Monitors gauges, adjusts flow rates and completes documentation.
• Performs basic maintenance and participates in training.

Skills

Good communication

Math skills

Basic computer knowledge

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Reading/writing English

Safety awareness

Reading & interpreting instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid state driver’s license

Job description

Start your career as an Operator at Vopak and contribute 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 an Operator at Vopak.

What will you do as an Operator?

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

What do we offer you?

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

• Various growth opportunities.

• Group health insurance where Vopak pays 50% of the nominal costs.

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays)

• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

What do we expect from you as an Operator?

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Valid state driver’s license

• Experience in terminal operations preferred but not required

• Must possess valid state Driver’s License

• Good communications skills; fluent in English including reading, writing and speaking; ability to read and write at a minimum of high school level; ability to clearly communicate to all levels in organization

• Ability to read, interpret and follow written job instructions and directions

• Ability to read, interpret and follow U.S. Coast Guard manuals and other regulatory documents as applicable

• Ability to read and understand safety procedures, including OSHA standards and regulations

• Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and long division; ability to work with fractions and perform various mathematical conversions commonly used in petrochemical industry

• Basic computer knowledge and user ability including database systems and other programs and applications used at location

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and follow through on assignments

• Understanding of general business concepts

• Must be able to work varying and/or rotating shifts

• Understanding of Federal, state and local environmental regulations including RCRA

• Eagerness to Learn

• Communication & Listening

• Planning & Organizing

• Discipline

• Teamwork

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 computer for valves with remote operation

• Ensures correct tank lineup for various receipt and delivery operations; performs tank gauging and temperature verification; completes associated paperwork

• Reviews operation orders for errors; verifies proper backup, tank selection and suitability of equipment or material

• Loads and unloads railroad tank cars, trucks and ships and barges as assigned; loosens or tightens bolts manually using large wrenches; crawls under tank cars, 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

• Ascends and descends ladders and stairs to manually gauge tanks

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

• Cleans truck stations by scraping and sweeping; cleans and realigns pipe lines; performs miscellaneous cleaning activities as assigned

• Performs simple maintenance including small to medium valve change out, hose change out, small project painting, 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; 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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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 will enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments, potentially for lengthy periods of time. Employee must be able to wear PPE required by the location. Loud sounds and vibrations will be experienced at times. 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 (sometimes over long distances and carrying tools weighing up to 15 pounds), crawl, sit, speak, and hear. The employee is required, for extended periods of time, to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee will be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch; must be able to twist around repeatedly. The employee will be required to climb ladders and storage tanks up to 50’ in height. The employee will be required to enter confined spaces and crawl under rail cars or trucks. The employee will lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds including overhead; must be able to carry up to 25 pounds over a distance of up to 30 yards. The employee must be able to roll and tip dolly holding 55 gallon trash receptacle. Must be able lift and secure hose flanges; align and connect/disconnect 6” to 8” hoses manually. Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to travel by car, truck or other land vehicles.