Warehouse Attendant 1

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Attendant in Geismar, LA. You will unload, load, package and ship drums and totes, operating a forklift and related equipment to move materials safely.

Responsibilities include handling hazardous materials per DOT rules, labeling containers, and maintaining safety and housekeeping standards on site. Excellent communication in English and basic math skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in warehouse with forklift operation.
• Ability to obtain TWIC and forklift certification.
• Proficient in basic math and English communication.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and related equipment.
• Handle hazardous materials per DOT requirements.
• Load drums and totes into shipment containers.
• Stencil/label containers per customer requirements.
• Maintain daily housekeeping and safety compliance.
• Complete operating and work orders and associated documentation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hazardous materials handling

English communication

Math and measurements

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

HAZMAT training

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The Warehouse Attendant is rsponsible for unloading, loading, packaging and shipping drums and totes into shipment containers and freight carriers.

What You Will Do

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Safely operate forklift and associated equipment.
• Safe handling of hazardous materials in accordance to DOT requirements.
• Stencil/label containers per customer requirements.
• Load full drums and totes into proper shipment containers.
• Proper positioning and packaging/crating of loaded containers.
• Unload empty drums and totes.
• Checking drum/tote weights.
• Minor maintenance activities.
• Execute operating orders, work orders and associated documentation.
• Communicate and work with others to accomplish work tasks.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Daily housekeeping.
• Compliance with all Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Report all accidents, incidents and near misses to management.
• Other duties as directed or required.

What You Need

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Previous work experience in a warehouse setting as it relates to operating a forklift and other associated equipment.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

• Ability to obtain and maintain TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) as issued by TSA (Transportation
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to multi-task.
• Effectively communicate, verbally (face-to-face and by telephone) and in writing, in English with co-workers, contractors, customers, government officials and management.
• Read and understand written material (in English), including use and understanding of basic numerical calculations.
• Must have basic math skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintaining instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to complete HAZ-MAT, DOT, Confined Space, and Lockout/Tag out training.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check upon job offer.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to work in protected areas at heights greater than six (6) feet above ground.
• Must be able to work over water (dock).
• Must be able to reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to hear and smell for deficiencies or hazards.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.