Terminal Operator Chicago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Terminal Operations:
  • Perform all functions of terminal operations, including handling liquid products such as chemicals and petrochemicals, following work orders and supervision.
  • Operate safely and efficiently, adhering to standard operating procedures, state, and local regulations.
  • Perform physical and side gauge readings as required for liquid products.
  • Execute heating functions of required products in terminal storage and mode units.
  • Handle rail switching tasks.
  • Conduct spill cleanup operations as needed.
  • Maintain housekeeping in operational areas, grounds, and buildings.
  • Assist in environmental services and maintenance as required.
  • Participate in company training programs and testing.
  • Actively engage in safety programs and initiatives.
  • Work in compliance with company standards and safety procedures.
  • Overtime may be mandatory if no volunteers are available.

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Trade school, formal training, or an associate degree is highly desirable.

Job Requirements (Experience, Skills, Knowledge, and Working Conditions):

• Skills and Experience:
  • Experience/familiarity with tools such as pipe wrenches, box wrenches, and others.
  • Strong mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, fractions, multiplication, percentages).
  • Flexible schedule, willing to work in a 24-hour operation, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Team-oriented with the ability to take direction from supervisors and adhere to work schedules.
  • Focused attention to detail and willingness to take on additional job responsibilities.
  • Dependable with a superior work ethic.
  • Ability to withstand extreme weather conditions for outside work.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks, including walking up/down stairs/ladders (heights up to 40 feet), carrying up to 50 pounds, and negotiating uneven surfaces.
  • Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, goggles, rain gear, steel-toe boots, and a full-face respirator.
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Successful completion of a background check, physical, and drug screen.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Experience handling hazardous liquid chemicals.
• Familiarity with OSHA, DOT, Industrial Hygiene, and other industry regulations is a major plus.
• Previous experience as a Terminal Operator, Gauger, or Maintenance Mechanic.