Terminal Operator Trainee
Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.
Position 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.
Major Accountabilities:
· 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 truck loading and unloading equipment as instructed.
· Assists with barge receipts and delivers as instructed.
· Operates forklifts and other machinery as instructed.
· Keeps loading rack equipment (mechanical and electrical) clean and in good working order at all times.
· Interacts with drivers to make sure they follow all company and safety regulations.
· Trains new drivers and make sure they are familiar with our automation, loading equipment and emergency features.
· 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.
· Safety training and hazard training required
· Spill response training for pipeline and rack area imperative.
· Fire training preferred
· 12-hour shift
· 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 organization 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
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet
Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.