Tank Farm Pump Operator - Safety-Focused Materials Handling

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Sumter, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

HSA/HRA & FSA

AD&D & disability coverage

Paid bonding leave

Paid vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lehigh Hanson Inc. operates a pump-operator role in a dynamic production environment in Sumter, SC. The position focuses on safely operating pumps to move bulk materials, monitor levels and flow, and maintain equipment in outdoor, industrial tank farm settings.

Candidates should follow procedures, communicate across departments, and work independently with PPE per EH&S standards. The job includes light maintenance, data logging, and collaboration with logistics to support plant operations.

Qualifications

• Strong focus on safety, attention to detail, and operational awareness.
• Ability to follow procedures and respond effectively to changing conditions.
• Comfortable working with mechanical systems and industrial equipment such as pumps.
• Clear communication and teamwork across departments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic production environment.
• Must be able to don all applicable PPE per EH&S qualifications.
• Ability to climb heights of 10ft or higher with the aid of fall protection equipment.
• Based in an industrial tank farm and material handling area with outdoor work and varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate pumps to transfer, load, and unload bulk materials and liquids.
• Monitor tank levels, flow rates, and material quality to ensure efficiency.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on pumps, valves, and pipelines.
• Maintain accurate records of material movements and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with production and logistics teams to support plant operations.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Operational awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

Lehigh Hanson Inc. operates a pump-operator role in a dynamic production environment in Sumter, SC. The position focuses on safely operating pumps to move bulk materials, monitor levels and flow, and maintain equipment in outdoor, industrial tank farm settings.

Candidates should follow procedures, communicate across departments, and work independently with PPE per EH&S standards. The job includes light maintenance, data logging, and collaboration with logistics to support plant operations.