PLANT OPERATOR

AccuTrans Inc.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AccuTrans Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator for their Houston Office in Pasadena, TX. The role includes connecting and disconnecting tanker trucks, rail cars, and cargo ships for loading or unloading liquid and bulk cargos.

Key responsibilities involve monitoring operations, operating forklifts, and performing light maintenance duties. The ideal candidate must possess a valid driver license and a TWIC card, along with the physical stamina to handle job demands.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid TWIC card.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
• Skills to climb 8-10 foot ladders for gauging trucks.

Responsibilities

• Connect and disconnect tanker trucks, rail cars, and cargo ships for loading or unloading.
• Monitor loading/unloading processes and operate equipment.
• Perform light plant maintenance tasks as requested.

Skills

Valid Driver License

Ability to operate forklifts and shore side cranes

Physical stamina for lifting 60 pounds

Color vision and depth perception

Communication skills

Job description

PLANT OPERATOR# PLANT OPERATORHouston Office - Pasadena, TX 77504## Description**Job Summary**Our Facility Service Operators perform a variety of duties at refinery and terminal customer locations including connecting/disconnect tanker trucks, rail cars, cargo ships or barges for loading or unloading liquid or bulk cargos and light facility maintenance. This position reports to their area's corresponding office and works out of a customer facility.**Key Job Responsibilities in****Refinery and / or Terminal Operations:*** Spot, connect, disconnect Tanker Trucks, Rail Cars, Cargo Ships or Barges for loading or unloading liquid or bulk cargos* Monitor the loading or unloading of Tanker Trucks, Rail Cars, Cargo Ships, or Barges* Monitor and Operate Shore Side Flare or VDU (vapor destruction unit)* Open and close valves throughout the facility for transfers to or from shore tanks to tanker trucks, or rail cars or boarding cargo ships and barges* Obtain certifications and operate fork lifts and shore side cranes* Operate locomotive along with working the ground for In-Plant rail car switching* Clear and clean shore side pipelines and hoses for various liquid cargos* Perform light plant maintenance up to and including housekeeping and lawn services as requested* Fill in as needed at other facilities and call-out docks* Maintain current Area Safety Council Training and participate in company and customer safety meetings* Adhere to company and facility specific safety guidelines## Qualifications**Qualifications and Skills*** Valid Driver License and transportation* TWIC card* Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, Drug and Alcohol screen* Must have the physical stamina to climb, lift, carry and pull on fueling hoses of 60 pounds to complete the task & still have the foresight to recognize when assistance is needed.* Ability to climb 8-10 foot stairways and / or ladders for gauging trucks.* Must possess color vision and depth perception sufficient to recognize color-coded objects such as electrical components, navigation lights, hazardous cargo placards, warning signals, and valves.* Must be capable of hearing alarms, unusual noises in operating machinery, and signals from boat or personnel by radio, telephone, or voice communicator.* Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.