Terminal Operator

Overview

Start your career as a Terminal Operator at Vopak Industrial Infrastructure Americas (VIIA) and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer a safe and pleasant working environment where equality, diversity and satisfaction are paramount. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as a Terminal Operator at Vopak.

This position ensures that all products are loaded or unloaded safely and efficiently and performs work as instructed by supervisors, functioning as a team member with other operations personnel.

• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge.

• Career development and growth opportunities.

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account Options

• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)

• Paid Time Off and Sick Days

• Additional Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Accident Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Insurance

  • Universal Life

As an operator, you ll advance through various levels, with expectations for your proficiency increasing as your training and abilities grow. Here is a breakdown of the key qualifications, skills, and attributes we re looking for:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.

• A valid state Driver s License is a must.

• A valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) is also required.

• While not mandatory, experience in terminal or marine operations is preferred.

• Communication:
  Fluent in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to read and write at a minimum of a high school level. Clear communication with all levels of the organization is essential.

• Reading & Comprehension:
  Ability to read, interpret, and follow written job instructions, directions, and safety procedures (including OSHA standards and regulations). Interpret U.S. Coast Guard manuals and other relevant regulatory documents.

• Mathematical Proficiency:
  Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and long division. Ability to work with fractions and perform common mathematical conversions used in the petrochemical industry.

• Computer Literacy:
  Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with database systems and on-site applications.

• Organizational & Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to multitask, prioritize, and follow through on assignments. Understanding of general business concepts is beneficial.

• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Understanding of Federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including RCRA.

This role encompasses a wide range of duties requiring technical skills, safety consciousness, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. As an operator gains experience, their proficiency in these areas is expected to increase.

Adhering to all safety procedures and practices is paramount, including active participation in safety training. This commitment extends to SH&E (Safety, Health, and Environmental) principles, with an emphasis on championing safety in the workplace. Operators are also expected to:

• Respond rapidly and appropriately to emergencies, following established safety guidelines.

• Understand and ensure all work meets Federal and State requirements, as well as company safety, health, and environmental standards.

• Train regularly on Federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including RCRA requirements.

• Perform isolation of energy and permit-to-work activities in accordance with company safety fundamentals.

Operators are directly involved in the hands-on control and maintenance of equipment and processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Opening and closing valves, both manually and via computer systems.

• Ensuring correct tank lineups for various receipt and delivery operations.

• Performing tank gauging and temperature verification, and completing associated paperwork.

• Reviewing operation orders for errors, verifying backups, tank selection, and equipment suitability.

• Loading and unloading various transport vehicles (railroad tank cars, trucks, ships, barges), including physical tasks like connecting hoses and operating hydraulic equipment.

• Monitoring gauges and adjusting flow rates.

• Executing start-up, shutdown, and commissioning procedures for process equipment.

• Cleaning and setting portable pumps.

• Operating transfer equipment common to an industrial marine terminal.

A degree of mechanical aptitude is required, as operators are responsible for basic maintenance and problem-solving:

• Performing simple maintenance, such as small to medium valve or hose change-outs, painting, and fitting change-outs.

• Refilling pump…