Tank Farm Operator - Chemicals, Safety & Maintenance

Univar; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar is seeking a warehouse operations professional in Odessa, TX to manage bulk chemical shipping and receiving within the tank farm. The role emphasizes maintaining safe, compliant operations, inspecting equipment, and keeping stocks orderly.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with additional schooling or experience, plus 3–5 years with the company and training in contingency planning and hazardous waste. Office and plant environment, with possible extended hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with additional schooling or equivalent business experience.
• 3 to 5 years of experience with the Company.
• Training in Contingency Plan (OTC-053) and Hazardous Waste (OTC-239).

Responsibilities

• Shipping and receiving of bulk chemicals in the tank farm and ensuring prompt, accurate filling and shipping.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal labeling and shipping laws for warehouse merchandise.
• Inspect and maintain tank farm equipment and facilities for safe operation.
• Maintain warehouse stocks and ensure cleanliness of aisles and floors.
• Prepare monthly lists of non-usable materials and report to Warehouse Manager.
• Coordinate inter-section exchanges as needed and oversee hazardous waste inspection and pickup paperwork.
• Report any tank farm operation issues to Warehouse or Operations Manager.

Skills

Emergency response

Warehouse operations

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Univar is seeking a warehouse operations professional in Odessa, TX to manage bulk chemical shipping and receiving within the tank farm. The role emphasizes maintaining safe, compliant operations, inspecting equipment, and keeping stocks orderly.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with additional schooling or experience, plus 3–5 years with the company and training in contingency planning and hazardous waste. Office and plant environment, with possible extended hours.