Terminal Operator

Ozinga Bros, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Voluntary Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Ozinga Bros, Inc. is seeking a Terminal Operator in New York to assist the Terminal Manager in keeping the terminal running smoothly, unloading ships, and fulfilling loads accurately.

The role emphasizes equipment maintenance, worker safety, and maintaining a clean work environment, with opportunities to work across multiple areas and locations as needed. A high school diploma and TWIC eligibility are required, and strong communication and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of operation of a cement terminal preferred.
• TWIC Card within the first 30 days of employment.
• Experience with general or routine maintenance tasks.
• Experience with batch panels and operating systems for cement terminal.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use interfaces with computers.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Maintain all safety precautions for all work environments.

Responsibilities

• Consistently maintain all safety precautions, using all safety gear and personal protective equipment
• General management of materials (cement, slag, flyash, etc.)
• Sort products based on specifications, paying close attention to detail in attaching tags and marking products for identification
• Clean and perform routine maintenance work on equipment, loaders, bins, carts, and other containers
• Maintain equipment storage to ensure inventory is protected
• Active listening to receive instructions and read work orders to complete work assignments
• Openly and effectively communicate with all staff and drivers to ensure accuracy of loads and minimize errors
• Ability to be flexible in work assignments and open to working in multiple areas and locations as necessary to get the job done

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

TWIC Card within 30 days

Job description

Pay: $26.15 - $32.69 Hourly

Summary:

The Terminal Operator is responsible for assisting the Terminal Manager to ensure the terminal is functioning efficiently, ships are unloaded, and loads are being fulfilled correctly. This position is responsible for the maintenance of the equipment, safety of their co-workers, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consistently maintain all safety precautions, using all safety gear and personal protective equipment
• General management of materials (cement, slag, flyash, etc.)
• Sort products based on specifications, paying close attention to detail in attaching tags and marking products for identification
• Clean and perform routine maintenance work on equipment, loaders, bins, carts, and other containers
• Maintain equipment storage to ensure inventory is protected
• Active listening to receive instructions and read work orders to complete work assignments
• Openly and effectively communicate with all staff and drivers to ensure accuracy of loads and minimize errors
• Ability to be flexible in work assignments and open to working in multiple areas and locations as necessary to get the job done

Global Responsibilities:

• Regular attendance and physical presence at work is an essential function of this position
• This job may require additional duties not listed above and the employee may be asked to perform those duties to meet business needs

Qualifications:

Education/Specialized Knowledge/Professional Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledge of operation of a cement terminal preferred
• Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card within the first 30 days of employment

Experience:

• Experience with general or routine maintenance tasks
• Experience and knowledge of batch panels and operating systems for cement terminal

Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills and ability to use interfaces with computers
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Maintain all safety precautions for all work environments

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced environment with a need to respond to ever changing scenarios
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts, vehicles, heavy construction equipment, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions
• Noise level is usually moderate but can be high and requires personal hearing protection on occasion at terminal and machine rooms
• Frequent exposure to cement, lime, dust, oils, diesel fuel, and other substances that may cause burns, and are toxic or explosive if handled incorrectly
• Exposure to elements of weather including heat, cold, rain, and dust
• Frequent exposure to water and wet conditions

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to talk or hear; frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Occasional need to climb heights of up to 150 feet
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Operate buttons, levers, and other controls located on various equipment.
• Work through stressful situations while maintaining professionalism and composure
• Must be able to frequently bend in order to obtain samples from stockpiles or ground, climb ladders with buckets, and push wheelbarrows.
• Must be able to sit and drive for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work long and flexible hours as necessary
• Must be able to maneuver in and around our terminals and yards as necessary
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds several times a day

Benefits Information:

At Ozinga, we care about the well‑being of our team members both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall quality of life.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Protecting your health and providing peace of mind.
• Retirement Plan Options – Helping you build a secure future.
• Voluntary Benefits – Helping you to cover unexpected expenses.
• Work-Life Balance – Supporting flexibility so you can thrive in every area of your life.
• Employee Assistance Program – Offering confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Wellness Program – Promoting a healthy lifestyle through resources and incentives.

We believe that when our co‑workers feel their best, they can do their best. Join us and experience the difference of working for a company that values you!

Ozinga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.