Propane Terminal Operator: Entry-Level with Benefits

DCC Propane, LLC; Rayon City (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

401(k) matching

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

DCC Propane, LLC is seeking an entry-level Propane Terminal Operator in Tennessee to support daily operations, including loading/offloading railcars with compressors and pumps. The role is fast-paced, labor-intensive, and performed indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment, monitoring conditions, inspections, and daily operational reporting. On-call duties, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong mechanical background.
• Physically & mentally able to climb railcars.
• Ability to lift 75lbs.
• Ability to work outside and withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must be detail oriented, self-starter and able to work with little supervision while maintaining goals/tasks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain high pressure storage facilities and pipeline equipment to include, but not limited to, compressors, valves, gas measurement equipment, etc.
• Start-up/shut down of plant equipment.
• Operate equipment in the recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
• Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment, or lubrication.
• De-pressure equipment and pipeline according to standard operating equipment (SOP).
• Operate valves according to standard operating equipment procedures (SOP).
• Ensure regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored.
• Accurately read, monitor, and record various operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, hours of operations, tank readings.
• Ensure buildings, equipment and surrounding areas are in safe and clean working conditions by picking up/taking trash out, controlling weeds and grassy areas, perform minor repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Clean site glasses, replace suction/discharge valves on pipelines, replace lightbulbs and fuses and minor painting as needed.
• Collaborate with Terminal Manager on ways to improve plant and pipeline operating systems.
• Will be required to work on call as needed, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Responsible for environmental and safety inspections.
• Monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards and pro-actively address and resolve issues, respond to emergencies, and provide daily operational reports.
• Abide by company policies and procedures.
• Other duties and projects as assigned, which to be completed safely and on time.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Team player

Details oriented

Safety conscious

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

DCC Propane, LLC is seeking an entry-level Propane Terminal Operator in Tennessee to support daily operations, including loading/offloading railcars with compressors and pumps. The role is fast-paced, labor-intensive, and performed indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment, monitoring conditions, inspections, and daily operational reporting. On-call duties, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.