Terminal Operator

Energy Transfer; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco LP is seeking a Terminal Operator in McPherson, KS to manage receipt and shipment of asphalt and petroleum products via barge, rail, pipeline, and truck. The role includes maintenance, safety and environmental tasks under the Terminal Manager, with a focus on accurate reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities include answering after-hours calls, handling valve alignments, using the Terminal Automation System for daily reports, and assisting in blending and transfers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; one year experience in terminal operations preferred.
• Safety training and hazard training preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

• Respond to after-hours calls (24/7).
• Manage valve alignments and storage integrity of products.
• Use terminal automation system for inventory and balance reports.
• Forward inventory and accounting reports to appropriate personnel.
• Ensure customers have information on throughput and inventory.
• Assist in product blending and transfers.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Terminal Operator (2610003624)

Job Description

Terminal Operator - ( 2610003624 )

Description

Sunoco LPis a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary

Performs duties as outlined by the Terminal Manager related to the receipt and shipment of asphalt and petroleum products via barge, rail, pipeline, and truck. May perform duties as outlined by the Terminal Manager related to the receipt and shipment of petroleum products via pipeline. Conducts maintenance and accounting responsibilities in accordance with established company and governmental regulations. Assists in the operations, maintenance, safety, and environmental matters as directed by the Terminal Manager or designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

Answers and responds to after-hour calls (24-hours per day/7 days per week).

Responsible for all valve alignments (manifolds and tanks) inside the terminal property to assure the proper handling, storage and integrity of products. May be responsible for filter changes.

Uses the Terminal Automation System to prepare daily inventory reports, terminal balance report, and rack activity report.

Forwards daily inventory and accounting reports to the appropriate NuStar personnel.

Ensures that customers receive information needed regarding their throughput and inventory.

Samples and analyzes product as instructed by the Terminal Manager. May be accountable for sampling and taking inventory measurements.

Assists with product blending and transfers as instructed.

Operates forklifts and other machinery as instructed.

Conducts safety watches with outside contractors as advised by the Terminal Manager.

Ensures all environmental and safety equipment is working properly.

Keeps overall appearance of terminal up and grass mowed and edged.

Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations. Reduces potential risk to public safety and environment and minimizes company liability.

• Improves operations efficiency and financial profitability through well maintained facilities.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; one year experience in terminal operations preferred

No experience required

Safety training and hazard training preferred

Spill response training for pipeline and rack area preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft products

Strong attention to detail, with the ability to independently proof work for accuracy

Expected to exercise good judgment

Initiative and organizational abilities required for meeting deadlines and establishing priorities

Expected to maintain good working relationships with all Company personnel, customers and contract personnel

Ability to manage time and scheduling to meet appropriate deadlines

Ability to work successfully in stressful situations and manage multiple tasks

Ability to use awareness of relationships and impacts of data trends and elements to appropriately recommend actions that impact both near and long-term company operations and profits

Ability to independently conduct job accountabilities with limited supervision

Ability to take directions from supervisors

Is a self-starter and willing to adapt to changing conditions

Working Conditions and Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Climbing at least 60 feet on stairs at least a few times per week.

Climbing at least 7 to 11 feet on ladders or scaffolding at least a few times per month.

Lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. at least a few times a week, with the expectations that an employee can lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance, when needed.

Carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. for up to 50 feet on a weekly basis.

Walking 100 yards or more over 10 times throughout the day, with the expectations that employees could walk regularly up to 300 yards at a time for a total of 2 miles or more during a shift.

Walking on steep inclines for up to 15 minutes at a time.

Working in a crouching position several times per day for up to an hour at a time.

Bending and stooping several times per day for up to 30 minutes at a time.

Bending and twisting for up to 30 minutes at a time, including manually digging with shovels.

Standing in one place for up to an hour at a time.

Sitting for up to two hours at a time.

Ability to wear all appropriate personal protection equipment, such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, respirator/breathing apparatus, and/or fall protection, as required by the job activities.

Ability to use or operate the hand tools, power tools, precision tools, measurement devices and other tools or equipment required by the job activities.

Work Locations

McPherson KS (100000861) 1152 14th Ave McPherson 67460-6017

Job

Pipeline and Terminal Operations

Schedule

Regular

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Job Posting

Sep 21, 2026, 4:00:00 AM

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