Rail Terminal Operator – Ethanol & Fuel Handling

gpac; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking an experienced Terminal Operator to oversee rail, fuel storage, and truck-loading operations with a focus on safety and efficiency at an active ethanol terminal. You will monitor equipment, coordinate with drivers and rail personnel, and ensure compliance with OSHA/DOT and company safety standards while maintaining documentation and quality control.

This hands-on role starts immediately for qualified candidates and requires Hazmat certification training

Qualifications

• Prior terminal operations experience is required.
• Rail experience is required.
• Fuel ethanol or petroleum/fuel terminal experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with railcars, tank storage, loading/unloading, pumps, valves, piping, and terminal equipment.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices and industrial safety procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to use standard hand tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and identify maintenance concerns.
• Comfortable working around fuel, ethanol, rail equipment, and heavy industrial machinery.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with drivers, contractors, vendors, and internal personnel.
• Must be physically capable of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Basic laboratory/process knowledge is a plus
• Hazmat certification required; training will be provided

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operation of the rail, fuel storage, and truck‑loading areas
• Monitor terminal systems, equipment, tanks, pumps, valves, and related infrastructure
• Manage the safe and efficient receiving, storage, and transfer of fuel ethanol
• Perform routine inspections and identify potential equipment or safety issues
• Assist with preventative maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe terminal environment
• Follow all OSHA, DOT, environmental, company, and terminal safety requirements
• Conduct safety inspections and immediately address unsafe conditions
• Work directly with truck drivers, rail personnel, contractors, vendors, and customers
• Ensure terminal procedures and operating rules are followed
• Complete required documentation, inspections, and operational records
• Respond appropriately to operational issues, emergencies, and equipment problems
• Support general terminal maintenance and other operational duties as needed

Skills

Rail terminal operations

Terminal operations

Industrial safety procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Job description

gpac in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking an experienced Terminal Operator to oversee rail, fuel storage, and truck-loading operations with a focus on safety and efficiency at an active ethanol terminal. You will monitor equipment, coordinate with drivers and rail personnel, and ensure compliance with OSHA/DOT and company safety standards while maintaining documentation and quality control.

This hands-on role starts immediately for qualified candidates and requires Hazmat certification training